Art Activity: Learn About Line
Today on Artist Strong we are going to go all Art Teacher on you. Last time we did, you learned how to develop a dialogue on defining art, and deciding what is good and bad art. It is a good start, but let’s go even more basic. Learning about each element of art will...
Activity: Is it Art?
Several years ago I went to an IB workshop where someone suggested a version of this activity. I’m kicking myself that I can’t give credit to this person, and I also don’t know if they made it or borrowed it from another teacher. In the spirit of giving, I’m sharing...
Working Well with Others and a Group Creative WarmUp!
Many people feel they are alone in their creative journey. They must find the strength within themselves and that their creativity is a well that can dry up, so sharing it with others will only make them lose out on opportunities. I would argue the exact opposite, and...
Creative Warm Up: A Scavenger Hunt for the Elements and Principles of Art
Last week I spoke about warm up exercises as a means to get back into your creative groove. This week I share one for visual artists, or those who want to learn more about art and art analysis. The big questions for today: What are the words that we use to discuss...
Is Art a Skill Or Talent? Breaking the Art Myth.
Art is a skill, not just a talent. This is a topic I’ve been passionate about for years, and the idea that art is solely about talent drives me up the wall. In schools parents use the art as talent justification to argue their kids deserve higher grades if they...
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