Category: Art

Visual Journal Page 55: Bedtime Bear

When I realized what visual journal page I was blogging about today I was equal parts heart warmed and melancholy. This visual journal page is for my Kody Bear who lived a long 13.5 years, but went on to puppy heaven two and a half years ago. Kody Bear was sweet, snuggly *at his discretion,*…

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Colored Pencil Portrait

Learn what techniques I use to create a colored pencil portrait and how I teach this lesson to high schoolers. Part of the organization The Memory Project.

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Felt Flower How To + First Birthday

To celebrate my little girl turning one we flower themed birthday party. Felt flowers were used as decor and party favors. Learn how to make them here.

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Visual Journal Page 49: Ombre Collage

Check out how I use ripped up magazines to create an ombre collage. Details including supplies and how-to are in the post.

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Portrait Painting Project Tips & Tricks

Check out my high school self-portrait project. Learn about my struggles with portraiture and the tools I use to teach my students.

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Painting Abstract Art: Teaching When the Simplest Concepts are Actually the Most Complex

Abstract art is one of my favorite types of art and it’s an art form that I always include in my high school visual art curriculum. It can be hit and miss, some years they get it and run with it, other years it’s like pulling teeth. Despite my mixed results I am committed to…

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