Artist Barry Goldberg narrates his personal experiences working with young children, exposes the limitations of words and suggests the possibility of a responsiveness from adults that serves to open and sustain creative thinking.
You can see detailed methodology and images of children's art in the accompanying materials in the College Partner Collection.
Author Biography
Barry Goldberg began teaching in the innovative art and movement program known as Red,Yellow, Blue and Glue at the 92nd Street Y after graduating with a BFA from the Cooper Union School of Art in 1981. His 30-year career as a teacher of children ages three and four at the 92Y Nursery School is complemented by his work as a sculptor, in which he uses a wide array of materials. In addition to being awarded a Pollack-Krasner Foundation grant in 1987 and 1989, he has been a frequent presenter at the Y Wonderplay Conference.