Art class teacher Holly Bess Kincaid is changing the world within the walls of her classroom. Her students make up a strongly diverse community of learners, so different languages, cultures, and life experiences are something she not only plans for but leverages to create powerful learning moments, using art as the conduit. From practical tips…
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What Makes Art Good? A Lesson and Explanation of Art Theories
Inside: An explanation of four popular art theories and how each of them defines what makes a work of art good. What makes an artwork good? When it adheres to design principles? If it looks true to life? Should it turn our worldview upside down? Must it fill us with emotions? The issue of…
04: Smart Classroom Management with Michael Linsin
Michael Linsin knows that positive classroom moments don’t just happen magically. In fact, a well-run classroom makes teaching– and learning– fun. His practical guides and tips come from years of experience and have culminated in his own online resource called Smart Classroom Management. In this episode, we dive deep into the how’s and why’s of best…
Dreams and Dots: Australian Aboriginal Art for Kids
Inside: Learn about the intriguing culture and religion of the Australian Aboriginal people with this Australian Aboriginal art for kids lesson plan and project. I used to be terrified of Australian Aboriginal art and culture. Not terrified of the culture itself–just of teaching it. I never felt like I fully understood it no matter what I…
03: The Aesthetics of Health with Megan Hildebrandt
Sometimes our most challenging moments are the times that create the biggest spark. For Megan Hildebrandt, one of those chapters of her life was while she was earning her Masters Degree in Studio Art at the University of South Florida and was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. This experience completely changed the way she views art,…
02: Connecting Communities with Nic Hahn
For over 15 years, Nic Hahn has worked with students of all ages in various schools and districts around the Midwestern US– and if there’s one thing she’s discovered, it’s the importance of community in teaching art. Nic Hahn started a blog called Mini Matisse in 2010 to connect parents to the art projects that…
01: Introducing The Art Class Curator Podcast
Welcome to Art Class Curator! This podcast is something that’s been in the back of my mind for years and I’m excited that it’s finally happening. Each episode will dive deep into different aspects of teaching art – from passionate art teachers sharing their work to mini-trainings on art appreciation strategies that you can use in…
Art Class Curator: The Podcast
Inside: Announcing The Art Class Curator Podcast! Join us every week for inspiring interviews with art educators and thoughtful explorations about the craft of teaching art. My website just had its fourth birthday. That’s four years of empowering art educators with the confidence and skills they need to make artworks come alive for their students….
Art Madness: May the Best Artist Win
Inside: Art Madness, a tournament style art critiquing activity that exposes students to a variety of artists and allows them to vote for their favorite. I’m excited to host Devon Calvert from Mr. Calvert’s Art Room today. His inspiring guest post reveals an exciting art critiquing activity that’s sure to get students talking, debating, and enjoying…
Beyond Selfies: Unshuttering High School Photography Fundamentals
Inside: An examination of the teen-oriented social platform Getty Unshuttered and how its challenges can be used for high school photography lessons. This post is brought to you by WeAreTeachers and Getty Unshuttered. Our lives were inundated with images long before the internet or smartphones came along. We’re a visual species and we’ve been creating images…
