Zora “Becky” Bergeron
Biography
Experience
Teacher Nov. 1988-May 2020
I taught regular art education at a public high school for most of my teaching career. I taught just talented art education before I retired in May of 2020.
Continuing my teaching career, and as a member of the Artists Guild Unlimited I will be teaching private lessons and workshops at the Everett Street Gallery.
Freelance Artist
I have been doing freelance art work in our community since the mid-1970s. I have murals, in many places in our area including the Morgan City Municipal Auditorium and several public schools. In addition to painting I am a potter and a jewelry maker.
Awards and Publications
I have been awarded a variety of ribbons in various local and state art competitions in a variety of media. My photography has been published in local newspapers as well as a statewide magazine. I was asked to design the Louisiana Shrimp and Petroleum Festival poster in 2006. Annually I am selected to participate in the NAEA Artisans gallery at the national convention. I have made local, state and national presentations about many aspects of art education. I am currently writing a book about an art education game that stimulates creativity and critical thinking.
I wrote for a local newspaper before engaging in my teaching career.
Education
I have earned degrees and certifications in teaching art from Nicholls State University.
I hold National Board Certification in teaching art.
I have enhanced my art education over the years with workshops in Texas, Louisiana, and NYU.
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