Collage is one of those art forms that kids naturally understand. As adults, I think it is best if we give them access to materials and then get out of the way. However, as children spend more time practicing with collage, their work will become more sophisticated and they will need additional supports with materials,Continue reading “Collage: Getting Started”
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Object Stamped (Wrapping) Paper
Object stamping is one of my favorite artistic processes to do with young artists. There is something so magical about scrounging around for everyday items and with a little paint transforming them into beautiful works of patterns, richly layered designs, and textured papers just waiting to be used or simply happy to be an artworkContinue reading “Object Stamped (Wrapping) Paper”
Under the Bed Kid Curated Art
I have been reading a fascinating book called, How Children Make Art: Lessons in Creativity from Home to School by George Szekely. There is a fascinating section in the book about pre-service teachers making home visits to document and discuss their students’ collections in their bedrooms, as a way to help future teachers balance theContinue reading “Under the Bed Kid Curated Art”
Egg Carton Wreath
As I got out spring decor this year, I realized I did not have an egg carton wreath for my own front door, even though I was certain I had one somewhere in the basement. Nope. No luck, the wreath was absolutely, nowhere to be found. It was then that I realized I had assistedContinue reading “Egg Carton Wreath”
Vegan Blondie Bars
I love a solid baking or cooking challenge – veganizing and freeing of gluten are two that I do frequently. With food allergies and diet preferences abundant in my circles, I have come to embrace this style of preparing food. I made these during the month of crazy-busy April. I wrapped up a grad class,Continue reading “Vegan Blondie Bars”
Bluebird Hill Art 