Importance of art education
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98_xT1bzMRk I am somewhat passionate about this. It frequently annoys me that the arts are considered to be 'fill in' subjects, or given the time and thought they deserve. Intelligence…
Doodling is good
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iTboKWWuaSY Have you ever noticed how everything in our society has to be purposeful? I for one so often become a bit guilt-ridden when I find myself 'drifting' along, not…
Assemblage art
This was a very well received art project. I used the example of American artist Louise Nevelson (check her out on youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gKtWwyQeG7E) Many artists create versions of assemblage art,…
End of year art exhibition
The last three years have been a blur, juggling family commitments, study and embarking on my first year teaching. Even though I was part- time, it was WAY more challenging…