Whenever I explore cultural art projects, I wonder if the lesson I plan will reflect on the values and traditions of the designated country. There have been so many times when I’m knee-deep in Google searches that I wish I could just call someone and have them tell me the most popular art styles in their country.
Today’s interview is that type of conversation. I spoke with Sparkler, Payal Wachhar, an art teacher from India who teaches in Australia. Payal and I talk about her passion for inquiry base learning and her favorite Indian art influences. Oh my goodness….the details, descriptions and her passion! So contagious.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
- All about Payal’s journey from India to Australia, and how she picked up so many different art skills along the way that she incorporates into her teaching today
- Why she initially “hated” the idea of becoming a teacher (and what changed this)
- Payal’s art philosophy and non-traditional ways of teaching art to her students
- How customizing her teaching to her students needs is leading to a higher level of trust and more engagement from the kids
- The ways she would design a curriculum around teaching the art of India
- Why you should be paying attention to your own zone of genius and working the things you are good at into your lessons
- How consistency in my lessons and being fair to everyone were keys to my teaching experience (and why I personally didn’t use any technology in my classrooms)
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My best advice for teaching art to kids.
Whenever I explore cultural art projects, I wonder if the lesson I plan will reflect on the values and traditions of the designated country. There have been so many times when I’m knee-deep in Google searches that I wish I could just call someone and have them tell me the most popular art styles in their country.
Today’s interview is that type of conversation. I spoke with Sparkler, Payal Wachhar, an art teacher from India who teaches in Australia. Payal and I talk about her passion for inquiry base learning and her favorite Indian art influences. Oh my goodness….the details, descriptions and her passion! So contagious.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
All about Payal’s journey from India to Australia, and how she picked up so many different art skills along the way that she incorporates into her teaching today
Why she initially “hated” the idea of becoming a teacher (and what changed this)
Payal’s art philosophy and non-traditional ways of teaching art to her students
How customizing her teaching to her students needs is leading to a higher level of trust and more engagement from the kids
The ways she would design a curriculum around teaching the art of India
Why you should be paying attention to your own zone of genius and working the things you are good at into your lessons
How consistency in my lessons and being fair to everyone were keys to my teaching experience (and why I personally didn’t use any technology in my classrooms)
LISTEN TO THE SHOW
LINKS & RESOURCES
Payal’s favorite DSS lessons:
Chinese Dragons
Chicken Little & Henny Penny Art Project
Metallic Robot Drawing
Videos and Freebies for the 10 year Deep Space Sparkle celebration can be found at:
Deep Space Sparkle Facebook Page
Deep Space Sparkle Party Page
LINKS & RESOURCES
Payal’s favorite DSS lessons:
Chicken Little & Henny Penny Art Project
Videos and Freebies for the 10 year Deep Space Sparkle celebration can be found at:
Deep Space Sparkle Facebook Page
My best advice for teaching art to kids.
Yes, the day has come!
After a long time deciding if, I finally said when.
Thank you SO much for your encouragement, show suggestions and help getting Art Made Easy off the ground.
Many of you were so pumped about this show but confessed that you had no idea what a podcast was. I love you guys for your unbridled enthusiasm.
Here’s a quick definition of a podcast & what to expect from Art Made Easy:
A podcast is a free radio show. The host (me!) interviews guests or talks about a favorite subject. You get to listen through your computer, laptop or smart phone. I like to listen to my favorite podcasts in my car during long travel days or on my walks via set of ear buds and my iPhone.
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And now onto the show…
For my first show, I wanted to tell you my story of how I became an art teacher. We all have different paths and this one is mine. I’ll share advice to those who are just starting out as an art teacher and some of my best tips for teaching art to kids.
This episode is for anyone who thinks they may not have the qualifications to be an art teacher. Teaching art to kids doesn’t have to happen inside a classroom. You can teach art at home, at a summer camp and even as a volunteer (like I did).
If you are an art teacher just beginning your journey, I’m sharing my best advice to get you through that tough first year. Download my free handout and keep it in your teacher planner and refer to it when you have a tough day.
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SHOW NOTES:
Drawing With Children: A Creative Method for Adult Beginners, Too
Art Lab for Kids: 52 Creative Adventures in Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Paper, and Mixed Media-For Budding Artists of All Ages (Lab Series)
National Art Convention
CreativeLive- free online classes
Art Teachers Facebook Group
Website: Painted Paper in the Art Room (Laura Lohmann)
Website: Art of Education
Book: Classroom Management for Art, Music, and PE Teachers
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