“Creating with clay is a physical-sensual-mental experience. The physicality and limitless potential for creativity engages our muscles, fine motor skills, vision, and imaginations. We are simultaneously allowing unprocessed feelings to shape the clay while making detailed decisions about which direction we’d like to take our piece.” Jo-Ann Finkelstein, Ph.D.,7 Unexpected Ways Clay IsTherapeutic,3/8/20,PsychologyToday.com As art […]
May 16th is International Drawing Day. It’s an opportunity for people all over the world to celebrate drawing. Celebrating International Drawing Day in schools is important because it encourages creativity, self-expression, and cultural appreciation. Drawing helps students think creatively, solve problems visually, and communicate effectively. By dedicating a day to drawing, schools recognise its universal […]
Unleashing Creativity in the Classroom: A Guide for Art Teachers on Hosting Artists who Run Workshops in Schools. As art educators, we already know that art is a vital component of a well-rounded curriculum. What better way to inspire and engage students than by inviting a seasoned artist who runs workshops in schools? In this […]
Art board games can be a fantastic addition to the art classroom because they offer a unique and engaging way for students to learn and practice various art concepts and techniques. In an age where students spend far too long staring at screens, it’s a delight to see them engaging with their classmates, building relationships […]
These brightly coloured chairs, have been painted by middle school students under the skilful guidance of art teacher Kirsten Durbin who teaches at Porter Ridge Middle School. What makes them even more impressive is that they are a project that has raised money for charity. Kirsten told me that it all started with a very […]
Texture refers to the surface quality of an object or artwork, which can be either real or implied. The elements of art, which include texture, colour, line, tone/values, shape, form and space, are essential components of creating visually engaging and captivating artwork. One of the most appealing elements of art is texture, which adds depth, […]
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