Happy Mother’s Day!
On this most special day when we celebrate Moms and the unique contributions they make to our lives and society as a whole, I want to highlight two special folks: […]
Category Archives: Quotable Quotes
Schulz and Peanuts (Book Review)
Charles Schulz—known as Sparky from childhood—remains one of the most famous and successful cartoonists ever. Did you know that he originally called his characters Li’l Folk but had to rename them to avoid […]
The “P” Word in Art Instruction
During church a few weeks back, we observed Communion. During the brief message that accompanies our monthly observance of the Lord’s Supper, the pastor referred to the term “again.” It […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Blessings (Vignette 4)
My first week of Art Camp ends today. The kids and I have had a blast! Lots of learning and art-making occurred, as well as great conversation and laughter. I’ve been getting […]
How Driving at Night Is Like Teaching
Though this quote is from an author (actually, two!), I read it and immediately thought of a couple recent days I experienced at school. E. L. Doctorow once said that ‘writing […]
Creativity and the Art of Making Mistakes
I came across a quote about creativity and art that wonderfully illustrates the relationship between art, mistakes and learning. I had heard it before so I decided to do some […]
One-Page Art Advocacy
“If any man will draw up his case, and put his name at the foot of the first page, I will give him an immediate reply. Where he compels me […]
How Valued?
For today’s students to be innovators and economic leaders of the future, they will need to have experiences as musicians and dancers, painters and sculptors, poets and playwrights…” Arne Duncan, […]
The Poetry of Seeing 