I truly believe that you don’t need expensive art materials to create a really rich art program. But every now and again it’s nice to experiment with new supplies and... Learn More

As you settle into the routine of the new school year, you might wonder what subject matter is the best to start out with? We like kicking off a new... Learn More

It’s that time of year again; pencils and crayons lining store shelves as far as the eye can see.  If you’re like me, back to school time is always exciting.... Learn More

We’ve all been there. An assembly or fire drill shortens the school day and you are stuck with little pockets of time with each group of students. You search for... Learn More

Walking the line between a lesson that allows students to assert choice and their own creative voice and managing supplies and expectations can sometimes seem a bit difficult to wrap... Learn More

Which statement rings true for you: summer is too short OR summer is long enough? If you’re like most of us, you probably feel as though it is way too... Learn More

When I was teaching art to hundreds of children, one of my favorite ways to teach children how to use paints was to begin with kid-friendly subjects like fish, butterflies,... Learn More

Despite students absolutely loving the tactile nature of creating functional art, it’s not surprising to learn that it doesn’t always make it into an art teacher’s curriculum. Not only can... Learn More

For many of you, the end of the year is quickly approaching, leaving you with the question; what now? Should I forge forward with full fledged lessons or start paring... Learn More