Joshua Y'Barbo

Art Lesson for World Health Day: 'My health, my right'  Created by Joshua Y'Barbo on 04 Apr 2024 via https://5minutelessonplan.co.uk/ As an artist for the TEAM LEWIS Foundation , I constantly research the intersection of the creative and communication industries and significant global, sustainable concerns. I am exploring the connections between art and World Health Day this month. While I work on an article that highlights artists who advocate for the World Health Organization's themes of 'My health, my right', I have created a lesson plan for those interested in teaching about individuals' rights to health in relation to human rights, as well as art's role in promoting well-being and self-development through education to support these civil rights efforts. Pictured:  2023 Human Rights Day poster: Health is a human right . Available  Here . More about WHO's definition of Human Rights here .  Big Picture Through artmaking, this lesson explores the &#

Empowering Images: Black Artists Who Challenged Racial Discrimination By Dr Joshua Y’Barbo Ala Watches (2023) by  Anita-praise Nweke As an artist-in-residence for the TEAM LEWIS Foundation , I focus on researching the intersections of the creative and communication industries. As such, my work involves writing about important social and sustainability issues within art and culture. In honour of #RacialDiscriminationDay (March 21st), I would like to highlight a few influential black artists who have challenged racial discrimination in the art world throughout the past century.  Art has always been a powerful tool for creating awareness and promoting societal racial equity. It has served as a medium to bring to light the daily struggles and challenges people of colour face. According to un.org , The 2024 International Day theme is “A Decade of Recognition, Justice, and Development: Implementation of the International Decade for People of African Descent ”, which recognises, promotes and

The Intersection of Feminism and Activism: Comparing #BeBoldForChange and 'Riot Grrrl’ Punk Movements By Joshua Y’Barbo 8 March  ‘Be Bold (Dinosaur Party)!’ (2023) by Joshua Y'Barbo. Daughter-daddy collaborative drawing. Mixed media. 16cm x 21cm As an artist-in-residence for the  TEAM LEWIS Foundation  and a lecturer at the  University of the Arts London , I research the social impact of the arts and significant international issues, which I share with cross-sector audiences through social media and blog posts. I draw from my over ten years of teaching experience and over twenty years as a practising artist. In celebration of #internationalwomensday this week, I’ve written a short post comparing  #BeBoldForChange   and ‘Riot Grrrl’ Punk Movements.  The #BeBoldForChange movement of today and the 90s third-wave feminist punk rock movement ‘Riot Grrrl’  have many similarities and differences. Both movements were started in Washington State and were led by women who sought change

Developing Strategies for the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Art and Design Education By Joshua Y'Barbo 7 March 2024 As an artist-in-residence for the  TEAM LEWIS Foundation  and a lecturer at the  University of the Arts London , I research and explore the connections between the arts and communication industry for cross-sector audiences. I also teach various theoretical, practical, and research-based problem-solving skills transferable across art and design. I've recently responded to the debates on how to use AI tools in art and design education.  AI tools are becoming more widespread in art and design education and the creative industries. However, how are we to address those who argue that AI tools could ultimately replace the need for human creativity and artistic expression? What are the ethical implications of using AI tools in creating art, such as the potential for perpetuating biases or stereotypes? What about the potential for AI tools to contribute to a homogenis

Interview with Paige Doran By Joshua Y'Barbo  Paige Doran is a textile artist and designer investigating the benefits and the problems of using AI to generate virtual textiles and physical products for the textile and craft industries. Doran prefers tactile weaving designs that can be touched over digital replications of AI-generated designs.  Weave 1-6 (2023),  Cotton yarn and paper yarn, by  Paige Doran MA Textile Design Joshua Y'Barbo (JY):  Tell me about your practice: What do you make work about? How do you go about making your work? What do you think about when making your work? Do you still make work? Paige Doran (PD): My practice primarily concentrates on colour and texture. I gain inspiration from photography; I love noticing natural colour combinations I see day-to-day and then translating this into technical hand-woven samples. My MA practice is an inquiry into the enhancement and/or hindrance of adding AI-generated and virtual textiles to the textile and craft indu

Interview with Yuyang (Lily) Wei By Joshua Y'Barbo Study of a Taihu Rock ( 2023),   Oil on canvas, by  Lily Wei BA (Hons) Fine Art Joshua Y'Barbo (JY):  Tell me about your practice. What do you make work about? How do you go about making your work? What do you think about when making your work? Do you still make work? Yuyang (Lily) Wei (LW):  One of my investigations is the struggle of antique repatriation from the side of the origin country/ community.  In an increasingly cosmopolitan society, citizens of all nationalities and cultures are becoming more local in whichever country they are on the planet. However, by decreasing attention to cultural diversity and promoting the cultural homogenisation and commercialisation of culture, 'encyclopaedic' museums are ignoring their own participation in unfortunate historical events, supporting cruel conquests under the guise of education. Foraging the museums of London and beyond, I search for misplaced Chinese antiques and in