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Back to Basics: Spilling the Tea on How to Teach Observational Drawing with Confidence

You may remember staring at a bowl of fake fruit or an old, stinky shoe that came from a mysterious...
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Encourage Students to Read, Write, Create: How to Bring Literature Into the Art Classroom

Note: Be sure to review all books before determining if they are appropriate to share with your students and adhere...
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How to Engage Students on Day One by Redefining Art

The first day of school can bring a lot of assumptions and anxiety. Many students are in your class whether...
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Discover How to Teach Responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use in the 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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Ways AI Can Make Your Art Teacher Job Easier for Planning and Assessment

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

An Interview with Reggie Laurent (Ep. 425)

Ahead of his keynote presentation at next week’s NOW Conference, artist Reggie Laurent joins Tim on the podcast today. After...
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Video

Unlock the Magic: How to Make Infinity Cards

Join art educator, Catie Nasser, in this exciting video, where you’ll learn to create Infinity Cards! These engaging and fun...
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Daring Art Crimes for the Art Teacher That You Won’t Be Able to Put Down!

Art teachers encounter oddities in the art room all year long. Have you ever caught a student crossing your name...
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5 Art Activities to Unwind After Testing and Portfolio Submissions 

After completing state testing, AP or IB testing, and submitting art portfolios, you and your students have finally reached the...
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Article

3 Contemporary Artists Making Amazing Work from Materials Found in Every 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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Podcast

Exploring Poetry and Art (Ep. 413)

In today’s episode, Tim wants to sneak in an episode for National Poetry Month before April is out. Kyle Wood...
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From Text to Powerful Art: How to Explore Blackout Poetry in Your 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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