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Visual Journal Ideas for Jumpstarting a Visual Journal Project

Posted on: August 19, 2022

Posted by: Whitney Panetta

What is a visual journal? A visual journal is a mixed media project that uses a hardback book as a base. These are sometimes referred to as altered books, but in my class, I view them as journals to encourage a personal connection to the student. Students work directly in the book using paint, colored…

7 Back To School Art Activities

Posted on: August 11, 2022

Posted by: Whitney Panetta

Posted in: Classroom

Getting back into the groove of the school year has its challenges. For me, filling those first few days was always the hardest. With all of the paperwork, seating charts, and learning names, it’s hard to jump straight into instruction and projects on day one. These 7 back to school art activities were always my…