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What makes something “art” and something else “craft” Is it the material The process The intention The idea of breaking art and craft into separate categories originated in the 1400s. Before the term “artist” existed, work was created in workshop settings. A master artisan guided apprentices through the production process. Then, the patron often got […]
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One complaint you will often hear from art teachers is how they do not feel as respected or valued as other staff members in the building. In the study, “Why Do Good Art Teachers Find it Hard to Stay in the Public School System,” Nurit Cohen-Evron states isolation and constant defense of their craft are […]
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People borrow ideas from one another all the time. Good ideas spread because people take them, use them, and pass them along. We see this in all sectors from tech to media to business. In the visual arts, this appropriation occurs when artists adopt, borrow, or sample aspects of visual culture. Sometimes the source materials […]
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Exploring the arts is such an important experience for kindergartners. While they have rich imaginations, we must give them opportunities to explore and grow. A great way to get young students to think outside the box is to challenge them with new materials. Recently, I gave my kindergarten students cardboard to try. They enjoyed using […]
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Some projects lend themselves to controversy. Other times, controversial subject matter can sneak up on you unexpectedly. Schools may not be excited to court controversy, but I am. From my perspective, when students create challenging work that pushes boundaries, I’ve done my job! It’s exciting to see students find their voice to express something personal […]
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When it comes to the photography classroom, there is so little room for error. You have the perfect storm of expensive equipment, a room full of chemicals, and students moving in and out of spaces regularly. How can you make sure your students stay safe, engaged, and on-task, while also learning a few things along […]
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