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7 Cheap Hacks to Keep Paint Fresh in the Art Room for Weeks!
Do you waste a lot of paint in your art room? We have solutions to extend your paint’s lifespan, prevent…
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How to Use Positivity to Maintain and Repair Student Relationships in the Art Room
At the beginning of the new school year or semester, there is a strong focus on building positive relationships with…
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Creativity, Connection, and Social Media with Joel Scholten (Ep. 501)
In today’s episode, Tim sits down with Joel Scholten, K–12 art educator, social media creator, and Art of Education FLEX…
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Eternal Joys Art Teachers Will Always Love, Even in a Changing World
Teaching art is unlike any other job. It’s one of the few careers that weaves together creative practice, human connection,…
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Adventurous Lesson Planning: Landscapes with Magical Art Supplies on the Horizon
Three mystery box rounds. Two art teachers. One chance to create frame-worthy artwork—Who will make their mark? The challenge? Art…
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How Digital Artwork Submission Saves Time and Energy for Art Teachers
When you unlock your phone and open social media, your feed is probably flooded with artists posting their work to…
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Art Ed Radio’s 500th Episode Celebration!
Art Ed Radio has officially reached 500 episodes, and we’re celebrating a decade of conversations, creativity, and community! In this…
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Why Visual Art Education Matters More Than Ever (And How to Advocate for It)
Note: This article was written in collaboration with Lindsey McGinnis. In today’s schools, art teachers face unprecedented changes, including behavioral…
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Make Sub Plans Easy in the Art Room with These 5 Tips!
All art teachers need to take leave at some point in the school year for various reasons, including mental health…
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5 Common Artwork Emergencies—and How to Help Students Work Through Change
As art teachers, we’ve heard it all. “My artwork is missing!” or “I spilled something on it!” or the dramatic…
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The January 2026 Mailbag: Quality Supplies, Music in the Classroom, and Getting Back in the Groove
We ring in the new year with Tim Bogatz and Amanda Heyn as they open the January mailbag and answer…
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5 Art History Examples That Teach You to Stay Grounded in a Changing World
The longer you have been in the art classroom, the more you experience change. There are always new initiatives, new…
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