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Cross-Curricular Ideas that Work (Ep. 101)

If we are going to create well-rounded artists, our students need to be versed in a variety of subjects and...
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Article

How Much Does Craftsmanship Really Matter?

At the end of my sophomore year in college, the fate of my future rested in the hands of the...
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Podcast

The Fired Utah Teacher Speaks Out: An Interview with Mateo Rueda (Ep. 099)

You’ve undoubtedly heard about the art teacher from Utah who was recently fired for showing controversial artworks. Mateo Rueda is...
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Article

How to Get Your Students Writing With Only 6 Words

We’ve all been told we need to bring writing into our art rooms. But, it can be difficult to find...
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Article

How to Let Your Students Lead an Art Show

Having students choose the artwork for their own exhibition isn’t a particularly new idea. Many art teachers already bring students...
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Article

10 New Books You Need in Your Classroom Library

There is nothing like reading a good book to your students. Books are a great addition to any art room...
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Article

8 Portrait Artists Your Students Need to See

Portraits are perhaps the most important genre in art history. They’ve always been a standard in the art world and...
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Podcast

Rekindling Your Creativity (Ep. 021)

We are so incredibly busy as teachers. it is difficult to find the time to make your own art, and...
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Value Sphere Examples

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Article

Why Zines Need to Be a Part of Your Curriculum

As an illustrator, designer, and artist, I strongly believe combining the written word with images to tell a story is...
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Podcast

Using Comics as a Teaching Tool (Ep. 093)

Whether you’re a huge fan of comics or don’t know a single thing about them, they can still be used...
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Article

How to Introduce Your Students to STEAM in Just One Class Period

One of the most significant initiatives in education today is STEAM. If you’re unfamiliar with the term, STEAM stands for Science,...
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