Dr. LISA WHITTInGTON 

Dr. Lisa Whittington has dedicated over thirty years to teaching art in urban environments to at-risk students. As an arts specialist, film industry artist, and entrepreneur, Dr. Whittington uses her artistic gift and skills to bring awareness to cultural dynamics and historical trends.
Dr. Whittington earned her doctorate in Art Education at the University of Georgia.  She conducted an engaging qualitative study that would enlighten the nation to the realities of teaching art in poor environments.  Her research serves as a tool to change and improve art education for at-risk children all around the nation.  She believes that  providing quality art experiences to economically challenged children is just as important as any artwork she could create.