International mural artist Joel Bergner was invited to Brasilia, Brazil in 2010 by the organization Partners of the Americas. He led mural workshops with youth, presented an exhibition of his work, created public art with local graffiti artists and students, and made presentations of his work in schools and community centers. Joel's past work can be seen at www.joelsmurals.com

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Tuesday, November 16, 2010

Joel begins the youth mural project at the Centrão school

On Tuesday, Joel began his project in the Centrão school in São Sabastião. He made a presentation of his work to the students, and then led a conversation about the imagery that the students wanted to use in the mural.
In the morning, Joel visited the artist Hosane in his studio.

Joel was introduced to the students in the morning.

The students put on a dance performance for Joel to welcome him.

Joel presenting his work to the students, who had many questions for him.

Joel and Gersion with the students

Joel leading a brainstorming session with the students to decide on the imagery and themes for the mural.

The wall full of tags before the painting began!

The teens preparing the wall.

Sketching ideas for the mural.