What if Objects Told Stories?

The video tutorial guides viewers through an imaginative activity where they explore the stories objects might tell if they could speak. Using the example of Dave the Potter, an enslaved artist known for his pottery and poetry, participants are encouraged to create their own pottery piece that tells a story. The activity involves reading about Dave, imagining the stories his pottery might tell, and then sculpting a 'poetry pot' that includes a poem about themes like freedom or change. Finally, participants are encouraged to share their creations and reflect on other objects in their lives.

In what ways can you use your imagination to connect with the life of Dave the Potter?

What other objects in your home could tell stories about the past, and what might those stories be?