Project Pomfret: MANIFESTO!
Some of history’s greatest and most terrifying moments have revolved around the articulation of a set of principles. The Declaration of Independence, the Surrealist Manifesto, the Communist Manifesto all represent beliefs and credos of particular people at specific moments in history. So what about you? What do you believe in? Perhaps more importantly, what do you stand for? What will be your manifesto?
This project is an opportunity to reflect on and articulate your strongest beliefs. The aforementioned documents will serve as stylistic models, but students will focus on solidifying their own credo. They will be asked to make an oral presentation to accompany the written manifesto. Additionally, students will be working in the digital graphics lab to create your own logo that represents your manifesto. Workshops with performance artists will also provide opportunities to practice moving an audience to action. Can your words start a revolution?
Tim Deary + Junko Pinkowski