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What is it about Mondays? For those in the workforce, Monday can be a blessing and a curse. People are happy to be employed, but sad because the weekend of [...]

Integrating art with literature and science enhances students learning and retention. Whenever possible, the introduction of my art lessons include a relevant artist, such as Claude Monet. I introduce my [...]

Happy June! It's time to finish those projects, clean up and start organizing for next year. Here are some great tips to get you started. tip #1 LAST-MINUTE PROJECTS Amber [...]

This month we will focus on painting and composition. As art educators, we know that good composition in a painting or drawing is the key to success. Here are some [...]

It would be hard to overstate the importance of harmonious color to a successful painting. As the painter Marc Chagall once declared, 'Color is all. When color is right, form [...]

It's time to spring into action and use some of these great drawing and color media tips. tip #1 NO NEED FOR GRAPHITE When working in watercolor, Margaret Weinberg's students [...]

Creativity is a huge buzzword in art education today. The employers of tomorrow will be looking for employees who can think creativity, are quick on their feet and are able [...]

February is Black History Month, as well as Brancusi, Daumier and Grant Woods' birthdays. It's also our month to focus on pottery and ceramics. tip #1 GOT TEXTURE? Tracy Fortune [...]

Happy New Year! I hope you're rested and ready to resume the school year. This month, we'll concentrate on art history and appreciation. tip #1 I'M DONE ALREADY! We have [...]

Welcome back to another great ear of tried-and-true tips! Last year we welcomed some new contributors, and I'm hoping to see some new names again this year. I know that [...]