Kids, The Art of Looking in a Digital Age, and How Art Can Help

Back when I was still in college (a whopping 3 weeks ago), I remember several conversations I had with my art history professor. When covering the Impressionist painters and when talking about the scholarship surrounding Vermeer, she brought up a … Continued

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Looking at Art

I recently read a magazine article about the pursuit of beauty that has stuck with me.  It was written by a 40-year veteran art teacher who is alarmed about the future of American art. “Young people today, immersed in a … Continued

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Teaching Creativity

The process of creating, exploring and discovering through art helps children develop many important life skills. Art helps foster positive mental health, while also allowing children to explore their imagination and communicate feelings they might not otherwise express. The skills … Continued

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