10,000 Bad Drawings
Teachers are great. Inspiring teachers are awesome. Effective teachers convey information about their subject in a way that makes sense. Inspiring teachers go one step further and give you a […]
Category Archives: Artists
Artist Spotlight: The Whimsy of Everyday Stuff Made Extraordinary by Javier Perez
Javier Perez, a graphic designer and audiovisual producer from Guayaquil, Ecuador, grew up a curious boy with a deep longing to be part of the world around him. According to […]
A Message of Joy
Despite the East Coast’s rainy Christmas forecast, Luke’s message of Joy will bring people together from all walks of life as Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus. The history of Biblical art is replete […]
Artist Spotlight: A NEW ORDER of Animals by Blank William
I’m on a roll. While writing about Travis Durden, I found another artist whose digital inspiration puts a twist on Star Wars as the newest release of the franchise is […]
Artist Spotlight: Digital Sculptures from a Galaxy Far, Far Away by Travis Durden
At 11:45pm on Thursday I will be taking my son to see the opening of Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens. I’m excited. I don’t remember seeing Star Wars […]
2015-16: A Year of Change (Part 2)
In my last post, I briefly commented on the leadership changes that occurred for me this year. The importance of remaining engaged in the midst of this change was the key […]
Say Something
Edouard Manet was a 19th century painter forging a path between Realism and Impressionism. He painted modern life, something new in the world of art. By this, it is meant that he records […]
Like a Child
Born in 1796, Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot was a French landscape painter. His well-to-do family made it possible for him to pursue his passion for painting through their financial support. By the […]
The Cardboard Creations of Chris Gilmour
Artists use a variety of materials for not only inspiration but also manufacture. Chris Gilmour takes the homely cardboard box and transforms it into something beautiful. Born in the United […]
Pop Art Mitten Matching
Line type is a foundational concept I teach. Actually, it is referenced in all art curriculums usually through a specifically named line (e.g., zigzag, wavy). For me, it is sometimes paired with […]
Crazy Color Fauvist Landscapes
My First Graders are studying Fauvism. To explore this super fun art movement, I taught my students about the landscape. Anatomy of a Landscape I teach my kids that a […]
Autumn Expressions: Kindergarten Abstract Expressionist Leaf Painting
Okay, I admit I’ve been a loser for not posting student artwork as of late. I’ve had artwork to post, but have allowed other writing topics about art and teaching […]
The Poetry of Seeing 