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Visual Journal Page 51: AP Due Dates

I think it’s hilarious when I hear students say they are taking AP Art because they think it will be an easy AP. As I smile and nod I think to myself, “Soon enough you will realize this is going to be one of the hardest classes you will ever take”… The thing about AP…

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Baby Shower on a Budget

Tips on how to throw a baby shower on a budget! Learn how to create your own invitations, favors, good food recipes, and decorations!

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Mixed Media Artwork: “Caged” and “Trapped” Interpreted

Last January I received an e-mail from a high school student in Birmingham, England asking if I could help them with an art assignment. As a high school art teacher myself, I was more than happy to help, after all my blog focuses on art tips and how tos. I was expecting a question about…

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Visual Journal Page 42: Step Outside of the Box

This visual journal page is inspired by high school students. I currently am a high school art teacher and it was difficult returning to the halls of a high school, interacting with teenagers hyped up on hormons, and constantly being reminded of all the things I learned as I walked these halls almost ten years…

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Collaborative Art Projects: Successful in 2D & 3D Art

A lesson about a collaborative relief sculpture project. Supplies and how to included. Learn how to implement this project in your classroom!

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Mixed Media Art: Encaustic Letter Paintings

Recently I have churned out a lot of new artwork, partially to prepare for the Artist Market and partially because I am so excited about the new style I have begun to delve into. In addition to my 6×6 “snapshot” series I have also begun creating 6″x6″ letter paintings. I love the ability to select…

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