ilona szekely Archives - Art Class Curator

Balancing education and artistic expression can be a difficult task in today’s school system. Finding ways to incorporate art into students’ daily lives and help them find relevance in artistic structure in the world is important. Ilona Szekely is passionate about helping students understand the technicalities of art but also the dynamics of creativity. She has worked in various professional settings, including colleges and public schools, along with being a practicing artist herself. Tune into this episode of the Art Class Curator Podcast to learn more about balancing your classroom education and helping students cultivate personal expression in art. Show Highlights:

Background and experiences
Finding your right place in the education system
Shifting focus and utilizing visual experiences
Incorporating art projects that students think are important
Art Ilona likes to make and materials to use
Translating every day issues to art
Balancing being an artist and an educator
Using art to spend time with your kids
How parents can influence creativity
Validating art experimentation
Body image in the art room
Being introspective in terms of our own beauty
How to tactically address insecurity in the classroom
How to teach technique and personal expression in art
The key to discipline issues in a classroom
Life changing artwork

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I like how this program, unlike other art class resource membership programs, feels authentic. It's like art matters more here, and not fancy flash-in-the-pan trendiness. The goal of Art Class Curator seemed to be helping kids develop a lifelong love and art appreciation versus "Hey, look. I painted this fish."

Erin A.

Your questions are helping me to delve into much deeper learning, and my students are getting better at discussion-and then, making connections in their own work. Art Class Curator is awesome!

Denise W.

Interestingly, my lower performing classes really get engaged in these [lessons] and come away with some profound thoughts!

Melissa G.

I had the most amazing 6th grade class today. They were jumping out of their seats with hands raised just to respond and give input. It was as if I was waving candy in front of them! They saw more and more and the ideas and interpretations unfolded. So cool!!! This is what makes teaching art so wonderful – thank you!!

Caroline G.

I just wanted to thank you for the invaluable resource you have through Art Class Curator. Not only do you have thought provoking activities and discussion prompts, but it saves me so much time in preparing things for myself! I feel like I’ve only scratched the surface with your site.

Maryjane F.

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