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Back to Basics: How to Teach Different Photography Genres in the Art Room

Introducing photography genres to K-12 students is a powerful way to expand their understanding of art and the world around...
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Why Monotype Printmaking Matters Beyond the Art Room & How To Make One

A monotype isn’t a process you encounter every day in the K-12 art room, which is why you should add...
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Creating a Thriving Sketchbook Practice (Ep. 451)

Abby Houston (@abbypainterart) joins Tim today to talk about education, artmaking, and the joy of creating within a community. After...
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Fresh Artists and Engaging Ways to Bring Them to Your Art Students

Art history can be a challenge to teach and incorporate into non-art history classes. How do you stay up-to-date on...
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5 Minutes of Art History

Welcome to 5 Minutes of Art History—a quick dive into how to bring the lives and works of some of...
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6 Photographers with Fascinating Processes to Share with Your Students

There are many iconic photographers that are classics to share with your students. However, there are many other photographers from...
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Make an Impact: Helpful Environmental Service Learning Ideas in the Art Room

Note: Be sure to review all resources and preview all artists before determining if they are appropriate to share with...
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4 Ways to Use Student Art for Community Service Learning & Well-Being

It’s the end-of-term rush and your desk is buried in artwork to grade. Planning time flew by as you prepped...
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3 Fascinating Stories of Artists Serving the Military

History and art are deeply intertwined. Art tells rich stories about people, places, cultures, and traditions through imagery, symbolism, and...
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5 Strange and Awesome Surrealist Artworks to Boost Your Surrealism Lessons

Note: Be sure to review all resources and preview all artists before determining if they are appropriate to share with...
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Podcast

Ten Sci-Fi Artists to Share with Your Students (Ep. 439)

Kyle Wood is back as a guest today as he and Tim talk about their favorite sci-fi artists to share...
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How to Create Ethically Responsible Digital Surrealism with AI for the K-12 Art Room

Note: Be sure to follow district and school policies regarding AI. It is your responsibility to check on these policies...
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