about
Living Laboratory of Art & Ecology (LLAE) is an art & curatorial project created by Posie Kalin. It integrates art into school science curricula by illustrating ecological interdependence using arts exploration to encourage self-awareness and a richer sense of connection with peers and our surroundings.
Kalin received support from SAGA to develop and offer The Living Laboratory of Arts & Ecology, a program for youth at Spokane’s Pratt Academy's science class with David Reese. Pratt Academy was introduced by Spokane Public Schools in the 2019-20 school year as a new choice high school for students, who would benefit from a small, personalized learning environment. This project will provide opportunities for the larger community to engage with the participants' artwork and regional artists with a series of exhibitions planned for 2022.
Kalin received support from SAGA to develop and offer The Living Laboratory of Arts & Ecology, a program for youth at Spokane’s Pratt Academy's science class with David Reese. Pratt Academy was introduced by Spokane Public Schools in the 2019-20 school year as a new choice high school for students, who would benefit from a small, personalized learning environment. This project will provide opportunities for the larger community to engage with the participants' artwork and regional artists with a series of exhibitions planned for 2022.
Kalin’s personal work explores a broad spectrum of media including film, music, photography, choreography, installation, painting, and sculpture. In the creation of the Living Laboratory of Art & Ecology project, Kalin brings her arts expertise to the classroom along with over a decade of professional experience in art education.