Artist Bio:
Krystal Charlston is a Langley-based artist and educator with a passion for challenging established concepts in Canadian education. With a background in education, including a BFA and BEd, Charlston brings a different perspective to her art practice. Currently working as a teacher for the Langley School District, she infuses her work with a playful dynamism that reflects her dedication to educating and empowering others.

Fascinated by education theory and history, Charlston uses sculpture, installation, photography, and video to reveal the damage that traditional educational concepts can cause to society. Drawing on her personal experiences as both a former student and current educator in British Columbia, she sheds light on the ongoing struggles faced by many students today.

In her latest series, Charlston focuses on the faults in pedagogy by using familiar classroom objects like desks, chairs, books, and technology to highlight the issues at hand. Through adapting or modifying these objects, she invites viewers to engage with the problems in a tangible and relatable way, sparking conversations about the flaws in the Canadian education system.

Through her art practice, Charlston aims to educate others on what’s been missing in the Canadian education system and inspire change. By challenging established concepts and revealing the damage they can cause, she hopes to work towards building a better future for students and society as a whole. Charlston’s work serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of constantly re-evaluating and improving our education system for the benefit of all.

Find the Artist Online:
Instagram: @krystalc_art
Website: krystalcharlston.wixsite.com/website