Author: The Arty Teacher
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Professional Development for Art Teachers: Why It’s Essential and Where to Find It
Professional development (PD) for art teachers is a crucial element in ensuring that educators stay up to date with new teaching techniques, materials, and approaches to pedagogy. In an ever-evolving educational landscape, art teachers need ongoing training, not just in the field of education but also in their specific subject matter. This form of training…
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How to Become a Videographer or Camera Operator
What is a Videographer or Camera Operator? A camera operator is a person who controls and moves the camera to capture the scenes and actions in movies, television shows, or videos, following the director’s instructions. A videographer is a person who records videos and often edits them, handling everything from setting up the camera and…
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How to Become a Tattoo Artist
What is a Tattoo Artist? A tattoo artist is a skilled professional who creates permanent designs on the skin using needles and ink. They work closely with clients to understand their ideas and turn them into unique and meaningful tattoos. Tattoo artists need strong artistic skills and a deep understanding of the human body to…
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How to Become a Special Effects Make-Up Artist
What is a Special Effects (SFX) Make-Up Artist? A special effects makeup artist is a skilled professional who uses makeup, prosthetics, and other materials to create realistic effects on actors for movies, TV shows, theatre, or events. They design and apply looks that range from ageing characters to creating wounds, monsters, or fantasy creatures. Special…
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Walking the Irwell Sculpture Trail: An Art Teacher’s Journey for Dementia UK
On the 17th and 18th of August, I walked the entire Irwell Sculpture Trail, from Bacup to Salford, in just two days, to raise funds for Dementia UK. When planning this, I knew it was going to be a huge physical challenge but it felt appropriate to do something difficult considering the difficulties families face…
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Art Walks for Dementia UK
I’m taking part in the Walk 100K in August challenge to support families facing dementia. Please sponsor me. Personally affected by this cruel disease, I watched my Dad slowly lose himself to dementia. It was a heart-wrenching journey for our entire family. Once a social, positive and independent man, he became a shadow of his former…