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Deceiving the eye with unique, creative projects is fun for the whole art room. It challenges students to refine their...

If you’ve fallen in love with air-dry clay, you know it’s fun, manageable, and versatile. While it can be a...

Paint is one of those magical art media that instantly hooks students! Yet it can also become one of the...

Haven’t you heard? Art teachers are raving about systems that work, and rewards are popping off. However, not every art...

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Fast fashion is out, and vintage is in. The look, quality, and style of nostalgic items bring warmth back into...

The Art of Ed Community is a positive, online space just for art teachers, and we’ve had a big year!...

Sketchbooks can be tricky—we know they’re a good artistic practice, but they can easily become extra work for you and...