Inspiration

Art board games can be a fantastic addition to the art classroom because they offer a unique and engaging way for students to learn and practice various art concepts and techniques. In an age where students spend far too long staring at screens, it’s a delight to see them engaging with their classmates, building relationships […]

These brightly coloured chairs, have been painted by middle school students under the skilful guidance of art teacher Kirsten Durbin who teaches at Porter Ridge Middle School. What makes them even more impressive is that they are a project that has raised money for charity. Kirsten told me that it all started with a very […]

Texture refers to the surface quality of an object or artwork, which can be either real or implied. The elements of art, which include texture, colour, line, tone/values, shape, form and space, are essential components of creating visually engaging and captivating artwork. One of the most appealing elements of art is texture, which adds depth, […]

On Facebook, I read a conversation between two art teachers saying how much they liked using Buddha Boards in the art room. I had no idea what they were talking about, so I jumped on Google to find out. I discovered… A Buddha Board is a type of painting board that allows you to create […]

How green is your art department? Are you looking for Eco friendly art supplies? Do you consider the impact the materials you are using and the packaging are having on the environment? It’s my experience that art teachers tend to really care about the environment and the impact their actions are having on climate change. […]

How diverse is the curriculum you are currently delivering? Does it reflect the faces that stare back at you in your classroom or the issues of equity and diversity that are so often in the news? Dara is a historical play written by Pakistani playwright Shahid Nadeem, adapted by Tanya Ronda and Directed by Nadia […]