Art Ed Radio

In the sixth episode of Ask the Experts miniseries, former Art Ed Radio host Andrew McCormick returns to the podcast and joins Tim for a discussion on sculpture in the art room. Answering questions from podcast listeners and the art teacher community, they discuss inexpensive and unique sculpture materials, the importance of process, their most creative projects, and so much more.  AOEU Resources on Drawing PRO Learning Beginning Sculpture Exploring Sculpture with Elementary Students Exploring Architecture Through Paper Sculpture FLEX Curriculum 2D to 3D Integrating Sculpture Sculpting with Cardboard AOEU Graduate Courses Studio: Sculpture AOEU Magazine & Podcasts Ep. 185: Simple Sculpture Ideas Ep. 075: Sculpture Ideas for Every Level Ep. 191: New Ideas for Fibers, Sculpture, and Metals Inexpensive Sculpture Ideas to Start the Year NOW Conference Simple and Creative Paper Sculptures Mixed Media Mash-Up Sculptures

In the fifth episode of Ask the Experts miniseries, Jenn Russell joins Tim for a discussion on drawing in the art room. Answering questions from podcast listeners and the art teacher community, they discuss their favorite drawing materials to teach, whether we can manage the mess of pastels, how to scaffold your instruction and curriculum, and so much more.  AOEU Resources on Drawing PRO Learning Observational Drawing Rethinking Your Drawing Curriculum Drawing Using Charcoal The Building Blocks of Drawing FLEX Curriculum Drawing Connections (One Day Lessons) Experimenting with Portraiture AOEU Graduate Courses Studio: Drawing AOEU Magazine & Podcasts Ep. 188: Inside the Studio with CJ Hendry Ep. 257: How Exactly Do You Teach Drawing? Ep. 187: Exploration and Experimentation in Drawing Exploring the Magic of Blind Contour Drawing NOW Conference Tips to Create Spectacular Colored Pencil Drawings A New Way to Look at Portrait Drawing

In the fourth episode of Ask the Experts miniseries, Candido Crespo joins Tim to talk about teaching printmaking in the art room. Answering questions from podcast listeners and the art teacher community, they discuss printmaking centers, ideas for printing with very little budget, how to create a reduction print, and so much more.  AOEU Resources on Printmaking PRO Learning Elementary Printmaking with Simple Materials Classroom Lithography Monoprinting for Every Level Getting Started with Screen Printing FLEX Curriculum Relief Printmaking Collection Experimenting with Monoprinting Collection AOEU Graduate Courses Studio: Printmaking AOEU Magazine & Podcasts 8 Inspiring Printmaking Lessons for Your Classroom this Year How to Open a Printmaking Center in 5 Easy Steps 10 Everyday Items to Help Manage the Mess of Printmaking The Best Way to Scaffold Your Printmaking Instruction NOW Conference Printmaking Ideas for Your Youngest Students Printmaking Tips and Tricks for Elementary Experimenting with Collagraphs Ideas for Monoprinting

In the third episode of Ask the Experts miniseries, Lena Rodriguez joins Tim to talk about a variety of topics when it comes to teaching painting in the art room. Answering questions from podcast listeners and the art teacher community, they discuss watercolor, tempera, acrylics, oils, and even encaustics, plus dive into how we teach technical skill, a dream classroom setup, and so much more.  AOEU Resources on Ceramics PRO Learning Getting Started with Encaustics Acrylic Painting Basics Watercolor Painting Basics Tempera Painting Basics FLEX Curriculum Watercolor and Everyday Life Collection Acrylic Still Life Collection AOEU Graduate Courses Studio: Painting--Watercolor Studio: Painting--Tempera and Acrylic AOEU Magazine & Podcasts Ep. 117: Does Anyone Actually Enjoy Watercolor? 6 Ways to Take Your Students Beyond Watercolor Techniques Stretching a Canvas with Ease 13 Palettes for the Art Room or Professional Use NOW Conference Acrylic Lessons to Build Student Confidence Watercolor: Moving Beyond the Basics Encaustics Made Easy

In the second episode of Ask the Experts miniseries, Laura Irmis joins Tim to talk about all things related to teaching ceramics in the art room. Answering questions from podcast listeners and the art teacher community, they discuss kiln firing, instructional strategies, organization tips, handling materials, and so much more. Full episode transcript below. AOEU Resources on Ceramics PRO Learning Getting Started with Glazing Innovative Ceramics Methods Hand-Built Ceramics Critical Kiln Safety FLEX Curriculum Coil Pottery Collection Slab Pottery Collection AOEU Graduate Courses Studio: Ceramics AOEU Magazine & Podcasts Ep. 181: Innovative Ceramic Ideas Learning to Love Ceramics: Part 1 and Part 2 Budget-Friendly Ideas to Organize Your Ceramic Space Ceramic Hacks to Level Up Your Game NOW Conference Ceramic Tips, Tricks, and Ideas Kiln FAQs Beginning Ceramics Lessons for Secondary Students Boost Your Ceramic Confidence 

In the first episode of Ask the Experts miniseries, Kristina Brown joins Tim to talk about all things related to teaching photography in the art room. Answering questions from podcast listeners and the art teacher community, they discuss alternative processes, the value of a darkroom, how to get started with teaching photography, and so much more.  AOEU Resources on Photography PRO Learning Digital Photography Basics Creative Approaches to Beginning Photography FLEX Curriculum Digital Photography Collection 24 Photography Lessons AOEU Graduate Courses Studio: Photography AOEU Magazine It's Time to Accept that Your Darkroom is Dead Why We Should Keep Darkroom Photography Alive A Love Letter to Pinhole Photography How to Get Your Students Thinking Deeply with Photography NOW Conference Ideas for Digital Organization Alternative Photographic Processes How to Create Chemigrams Differentiation in Digital Photography

Moving into March, it is time for another mailbag episode! Amanda and Tim begin with a long discussion about Amanda's new tattoo and the upcoming March Madness basketball tournament (if you want to miss the body art and hoops talk, and just get to the art teaching, skip to 16:00) They then dive into a bit of advice on collaborating with other teachers, and move on to everyday creativity, dealing with student apathy, and answering the question "is this good enough?". If you have a question for a future mailbag episode, email podcasts@theartofeducation.edu or leave a voice recording at 515-209-2595. Resources and Links Effectively Collaborating with Classroom Teachers Words of Wisdom from a Traveling Art Teacher How to Rethink Creativity Find How to Get Started Teaching Art on a Cart in PRO Learning

Kyle Wood is back on the podcast today, just ahead of his first articles being published on the AOEU Magazine next month! He joins Tim to talk about what he will be writing, and of course they can't pass up an opportunity to tell some of their favorite stories and share some of their favorite facts about art history. Listen as they discuss upside-down paintings, famous forgeries, getting students excited about art, and--of course--Kyle's Arts Madness tournament for 2024. Resources and Links Six Seedy Parts of the Art World Art Educators Love to Teach Learn About Kyle's Arts Madness Tournament, see the brackets, and predict the winner The Mondrian that hung upside down for 75 years Keep an eye on the AOEU Magazine for Kyle's upcoming articles!

Every year, AOEU surveys art teachers from across the country and around the world to capture the current issues, trends, and topics in art education. After data is collected from thousands of art teachers, the annual State of Art Education survey is published in the AOEU Magazine. The 2024 report was published on Friday, and Amanda Heyn and Lindsey McGinnis are on the podcast to discuss the results! Listen as they talk about the most interesting insights from the survey, their own top takeaways, and how teachers everywhere can use the survey to advocate for their art rooms and their programs. Resources and Links The State of Art Education 2024 6 Steps to Communicate with Stakeholders and Benefit Your Program Crafting your elevator pitch

After the NOW Conference and a presentation that highlighted the joys we find in teaching, it is time to revisit this episode from the archives to ask: Are teachers able to find joy in their jobs again? Kandice Stewart joins Tim today to answer that question--and many others--as well as talk about how we can be more intentional in our teaching. Listen as they also discuss creating and working with your students, helping others find joy, and what we gain from being reflective educators. Resources and Links Choosing Joy with Daniel Bryant Using Art to Create Joy and Inspire Others How to Prioritize Joy Read more from Jonathan Juravich

Straight off the NOW Conference, Amanda and Tim are back with another mailbag episode! After a very quick recap of their trip to Dallas for the conference, they dive into a bit of advice for a retiring teacher. The conversation continues with a conversation on DoorDashing supplies to your classroom, some good lessons for third graders, and a quick chat on their favorite parts of teaching fibers. If you have a question for a future mailbag episode, email podcasts@theartofeducation.edu or leave a voice recording at 515-209-2595. Resources and Links Ideas for bringing fibers into your curriculum Planning for a Successful Retirement as an art teacher Dive deeper into PRO Learning to see the weaving pack Amanda mentioned

With the 2024 Winter NOW Conference just days away, Janet Taylor joins Tim to talk about how they put the conference together, their excitement about everything coming with the event--including featured presenter Devon Rodriguez--and how teachers can make the most of their professional learning on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Join us at the NOW Conference on February 2nd, 3rd, and 4th, where we will share three days of PD that will have you inspired and excited for the rest of the school year!  Resources and Links Listen to presenter Jen Leban talk about Creativity Challenges Using Technology Hear presenter Meera Ramanathan on Collaboration Find all you need to know about the NOW Conference

Jen Leban is back on the show today to talk about her favorite creative challenges that can be found in Adobe Express and preview her upcoming NOW Conference presentation! Listen as she and Tim discuss making connections and creating challenges with tech, some of Jen's favorite projects with drawing and animation, and opportunities for learning and creating for both teachers and students.  Resources and Links Getting Creative with Tech Listen to one of Jen's previous podcast appearances Find all you need to know about the NOW Conference

Ahead of the 2024 Winter NOW Conference (which is now just 3 weeks away!), presenter Meera Ramanathan comes back to the podcast to preview her upcoming presentation on collaboration. She talks with Tim about the benefits students get from collaboration, how we can get even our youngest students involved in collaborative projects, and what it's like for her students to have the opportunity to work with a visiting artist. She also shares ideas on how the community can be involved in these projects and how schoolwide projects can bring excitement to your campus. Resources and Links Find Meera on Instagram See the work of artist Michelle Montjoy The Lessons We Learn From Collaboration The Case for More Collaboration Check out the NOW Conference!

Amanda and Tim are back with another mailbag episode to ring in the new year! Before getting into New Year's resolutions, they begin by talking about their break and why Amanda is so relieved that "all supplies are included" at her kids' origami class. The conversation continues with advice for teachers who struggle with student distractions, a discussion on elementary attention-getters, and some talk on the upcoming interview season and next month's NOW Conference. If you have a question for a future mailbag episode, email podcasts@theartofeducation.edu or leave a voice recording at 515-209-2595. Resources and Links Run the Art Room, Ep. 4: Call & Responses and Attention Getters Art Room Attention Getters The Art Teacher's Ultimate Guide to Getting Hired 25 Common Art Teacher Interview Questions Dive deeper into PRO Learning to see the packs Amanda mentioned Check out the NOW Conference coming up in February!

In this episode from the archives, Andrea Slusarski is here to talk to Tim about the psychology of creativity! Though we all teach it in the art room, the research into the psychology behind creativity runs deep. Listen as Slu explains a lot of this research, shares some great food analogies with Tim, and offers advice on how we can help kids develop and demonstrate their own understanding of what it means to be creative.  Resources and Links Challenges to Foster Creativity Cultivating Creativity in Our Students Listen to Slu on being a teaching artist and how you can love watercolor

In this episode from the archives, Tim is joined by elementary art teacher Laura Irmis to discuss if and how we can find the time to do everything that is expected of us as art teachers. Laura shares how she is making it work as a teacher, artist, mother, and graduate student. Listen as she discusses all of that with Tim and they both share thoughts on prioritizing, scheduling, and their love of ceramics.  Resources and Links Listen to the Everyday Art Room episode on Creating Time for Yourself Take a look at the Studio: Painting-Watercolor course See all of AOEU's Graduate Courses Check out Laura's Ceramics Website

In today's episode, Tim talks about his reflections on the podcast from the year and shares some highlights from podcast interviews over the past 12 months. He shares some of his own favorite conversations with Amanda Heyn and Janet Taylor, Kristina Brown, Candido Crespo, and more. Listen as the discussions cover creativity, assessment, art teacher myths, and working with the community. Full episodes for each of the conversations are linked below! Resources and Links Challenges for Creativity (Ep. 352) Using Assessments to Nurture Creativity (Ep. 377) Exploring Art Teacher Myths (Ep. 366) The Creatividad Project (Ep. 367)

If you've seen AOEU's Art Room Makeover, you've seen an amazing transformation! And today, you can hear the follow-up conversation about the YouTube series from Tim and Lindsey from AOEU, and Dalitso Chinkhota and Melvin Twine, high school teachers in the D.C./MD area. Listen to how an old, yellow, dingy room got a huge makeover where the team brightened, cleaned, decluttered, and implemented new organizational systems. Dalitso and Melvin talk about the changes in the room, how it has become a more inviting and engaging space for students, and the positive reactions from other teachers and administrators. They also share a few stories from behind the scenes and talk about how the changes are holding up a couple of months after the makeover. Resources and Links Join the Art Room Makeover Adventure! (Ep. 1) 4 Quick & Budget-Friendly DIYs to Upgrade Your Art Room (Ep. 2) The Big Reveal! Unveiling the Art Room Makeover (Ep. 3) AOEU's YouTube

It is now December, so Amanda and Tim are back with another mailbag episode! They begin by telling about their trip to New York City to interview TikTok and Instagram superstar Devon Rodriguez. The conversation continues with advice for someone looking to come into the teaching profession, a discussion on the best holiday gifts for art teachers, and some conversation on how to get through the last few days before winter break. If you have a question for a future mailbag episode, email podcasts@theartofeducation.edu or leave a voice recording at 515-209-2595. Resources and Links The Perfect One-Day Lesson Moving from the Classroom to the Art Room Listen to last month's mailbag episode