About the Author

Jackie Myers

Hi y’all, I’m Jackie Myers. I am an Oklahoma City-based artist and art educator, where I have taught upper elementary art since 2012. I found my way to AOEU through their art conference in 2017. Currently serving as a Magazine writer, I enjoy discussing art history, controversial artists, and methods to engage all students. I firmly believe that art class should be a safe place to experiment, try new things, and explore ideas different from your own.

In addition to writing for the Magazine, I have taught virtual art courses since 2020 and have been bringing the knowledge of STEAM education across my city with a fantastic OKC-based nonprofit since 2022.

As an artist, I enjoy creating vintage and found paper collages mixed with embroidered phrases: the kitschier, the better. I’m heavily influenced by popular culture, political events, and news headlines.

I’m a nostalgia fan: I love all things vintage and Route 66. I enjoy taking photos of vintage signs on road trips and painting them with acrylic when I get home. I am always experimenting and trying new things in my art studio.

Professional Accomplishments:

Bachelor of Fine Arts in art history, The University of Central Oklahoma | 2011

Artwork is featured on my Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackiemyersok/

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6 Ways to Use Books in the Art Classroom to Support ELA and Visual Literacy

Literacy in the art classroom can be accessible and fun! Students can comprehend at a higher language level when listening...
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Face-to-Face Learning: What We Love About Local Art Galleries And Museums

Most schools are back in person, and most of life is back to normal. This means field trips are on...
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weaving
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What Do We Love About Three-Dimensional Sculpture Projects?

Sure, they are messy and take up space, but students love creating sculptures in the art classroom. Students enjoy the...
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fashion drawings
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How to Keep Your Students Engaged in Art History Through Fashion

Thumbing through our closets and curating our everyday attire can say a lot about who we are. As art educators,...
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8 Unexpected Ways to Use Ink Pens in the Art Room

Ink pens are one of those everyday office tools we often don’t think about and take for granted. However, you...
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shoe designs
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6 Ideas to Make Fashion Fun in the Art Room

Individuality is important. As students grow up, they develop their own personalities and interests. Fashion is one accessible avenue to...
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How to Make an Interesting Bulletin Board That Will Excite Your Students

Bulletin boards hang on the walls of almost every school. They share information, exhibit work, and highlight student achievements. Boards...
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8 Unexpected Ways to Use Sandpaper in the Art Room

Teaching life skills in the art classroom is essential. Critical thinking and time management transcend the art studio and set...
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But, Art History Is Boring! How To Bring Life To The Past And Present

Teachers today often feel like they need to battle for their students’ attention—especially when it comes to art history. Dark...
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Memes: Entertainment or Fine Art? How to Use Memes to Promote Learning in the Art Room

You probably know someone who looks at memes daily (for goodness sake, our students do!) According to PBS, 54 percent...
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