Dr. King Art Build

Art Build At MTEA In Preparation for the Martin Luther King Contests 

Theme: “True Peace” 

This collaborative artwork will be inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s quote:
“True peace is not merely the absence of tension; it is the presence of justice.” 

Participants will work together to create a large visual piece combining two powerful images: 

• Tree of Justice and Peace: At the center, a strong tree with deep roots will symbolize how justice provides the foundation for peace. The roots will be labeled Justice, and the branches and leaves will be labeled Peace, showing that true peace can only grow from fairness and equality. Participants will create a leaf with imagery or text that will explore what true peace means to them in their classrooms and/or personal life. 

• Bridge of Unity: Flowing across the composition, a bridge will represent people actively working together to create justice symbolizing collaboration, courage, and the ongoing journey toward peace. 

Together, the tree and the bridge will form a powerful metaphor: peace is not passive but built and nurtured through justice and collective action. Each participant will contribute to the roots and branches making the piece a shared vision of Dr. King’s dream. 

*If the piece is not completed at this session, we will meet again to complete it. 

Individual Art Making: 

Teachers will learn about visual journaling and practice three different techniques that can be used to build imagery or use as a background with their students for the MLK Jr. art contest. All materials will be provided.  Do not wear your best clothes! 

Join us on Monday, September 29th, 2025 from 5 pm- 6 pm at MTEA Building.  Please register below to ensure we have enough supplies for all.