The POWER of Creativity: 3 Printable Creativity Exercises
Why would you want to take an Art Class? Why would we want to complete Creativity Exercises? Did you know? According to a report from Americans for the Arts, students who participate in the arts are four times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement. Art education can be a catalyst for success across […]
First Day of School for Art Teachers, Part 3
WHY are we here? True learning can’t exist if we don’t understand WHY we are learning something. One of the most important things to discuss on the First Day of School for Art Teachers is the WHY. I always explain to my Art 1 students WHY they need to take an Art 1 class. Some […]
What is the Purpose of Art 1 Class?
What is the purpose of Art 1 class? I believe Art 1 is all about teaching how to make mistakes. As the teacher, we know it’s not all about mastering the art skills, techniques, and media – it’s actually about embracing the beauty of making mistakes. Sure, not many of our budding artists will end up on […]