In today’s world where technology rules, it’s refreshing to see something old-fashioned making a comeback. New York photographer Jessica Wynne has made it her mission to capture the beauty and intrigue of blackboards covered in chalk drawings, something that’s becoming harder and harder to find in modern classrooms.
Wynne recently visited Waterbury’s Children’s Community School to photograph student artwork on the blackboards. She has written a book called ‘Do Not Erase,’ which features photos of math equations from mathematicians all over the world that she has taken. Her latest project involves photographing students’ artwork and compiling them for her next book. She admits that finding schools that still use the old-fashioned chalkboards was a challenge, but she’s thrilled to have found some.
It’s heartening to see that some schools are still using this traditional method of teaching, and that children are still creating wonderful pieces of art using chalk. While whiteboards and projectors have their place in modern classrooms, there’s something special about the tactile experience of drawing with chalk on a blackboard.
One can only hope that more schools and educators embrace this time-honored method of teaching, as it not only creates a unique learning experience, but it also preserves a bit of history for future generations to enjoy.
In conclusion, Wynne’s work in capturing the beauty of chalk drawings on blackboards is to be celebrated, and we should all take a moment to appreciate the special qualities that this traditional method of teaching brings to the table. Maybe we’ll see a resurgence of chalkboards in the coming years, and if so, we’ll have Wynne and other advocates of this classic tool to thank.
