By Zelda McAfee

“The Art of Education,” on view at Friends University’s Riney Fine Arts Gallery through May 31, showcases the often unseen talents of Kansas K-12 art teachers.

Given their full academic schedules, maintaining a studio art practice is challenging for primary and secondary educators. Despite this, each artist featured in the show has made it a priority to carve out the time to dedicate to continuing their practices outside of the classroom. The exhibition showcases a vast breadth of mediums and skill sets that the educators bring to their students. This show reminds us that educators are artists, too. In our current political climate, it’s imperative to celebrate them.

Riney Fine Arts Gallery is open to the public 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

— Zelda McAfee, SHOUT intern

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