As both a visual art teacher and an artist, I believe there is more to art than just "talent."  All students have ability.  They will have the opportunity to express themselves through meeting general objectives, class participation and behavior, as well as respectful use of materials in the room.  Students are graded on fulfillment of these requirements.  We will be covering the elements and principles of art (color, form, shape, balance, etc.), art from different countries and cultures, as well as art from our contemporaries to old masters.  I have so many great ideas and look forward to sharing them!

Help from home

All art teachers are scavengers!!!!  Our art room is well supplied but can always use the following:

Empty egg cartons, coffee cans, margarine tubs and yogurt containers (WITH lids), newspapers, paper towel tubes, remnants of fabric, wallpaper scraps, decent size containers of any kind, and/or anything you think can be used or turned into something else!  (Another way to recycle!)

ART...as a Means of Understanding Others-and Ourselves

As children investigate the historical context and purpose of art objects from various cultures and eras, they gain insight into the lives, beliefs and expressive modes of others in today's global village.  They also become increasingly able to reflect upon, understand, describe, and respect the origins of their own culture and environment.

Are there any fellow artists out there that would like to share their knowledge of an art process or profession?  We LOVE guest speakers!!!!  Feel free to email me with any suggestions or to volunteer!