Art Ed Radio

Today, Tim brings Janet Taylor back on the show to welcome in the new year. In this long and wide-ranging interview, Janet shares her ideas about assessment, growth portfolios, and visual journaling; she also shares how each of these ideas can support our students' social and emotional learning.  Resources and Links Check out the NOW Conference Celebrate Learning with a Growth Portfolio How to Create the Best Assessments

With the first episode of the year, Tim says goodbye to 2020 and begins to talk about what could be coming in 2021. After some time reflecting on the situation we found ourselves in during the past year, he looks ahead to some exciting happenings in the new year. Resources and Links View all of AOEU's resources to help with distance learning Check out the NOW Conference Tim's interview with Nick Davis Find the articles that Tim mentioned

In this best of 2020 episode, we revisit a conversation between Tim and AOEU writer Sarah Krajewski from the early days of online teaching. Listen as they discuss mental health, ideas for distance learning, and the power of positivity. Resources and Links View all of AOEU's resources to help with distance learning Watch last week's Coronavirus webinar. Read Sarah's article on recording videos for your students.

Today, we revisit one of the best episodes of 2020. Tim talks to artist and art educator Sharonda Harris-Marshall about a variety of topics, including her writing about the importance of representation in the art room. Listen as they discuss Sharonda's career, how everyone can (and should) stay creative in difficult times, and why we need more people of color in artistic spaces.  Resources and Links Sharonda's article about encouraging kids to explore the arts Black Art Teachers Matter View all of Sharonda's articles

In today's episode, Tim introduces Nick Davis, a digital artist from St. Petersburg, Florida. Nick creates striking, vibrant portraits with a masterful use of color, and does it all while working on his iPad. Listen as he talks to Tim about his inspirations, his working methods, and the stories he is trying to tell with his art. Resources and Links View Nick's Website Follow Nick on Instagram and Facebook Read an article on Nick and his work

With Hour of Code happening this week, it is time to explore some of the connections between coding and art. In today's episode, author Valerie Sousa and illustrator Jen Leban join Tim to discuss their book Coding to Kindness. Listen as they talk about the parallels with art and coding, the different ways we teach skills, and the importance of kindness for all of our students. Resources and Links View Valerie's author website Find Coding to Kindness for sale here and here, and the publisher here Follow Jen on Twitter and view her Coding to Kindness read-aloud Hour of Code

To coincide with the release of his new Getting Started with Adobe Illustrator PRO Pack, Rich Stachon comes on the show to talk to Tim about all things online teaching and graphic design. Listen as they discuss filming for PRO, teaching for creativity during a pandemic, and the importance of demonstrating and sharing the artmaking process. Resources and Links View the Getting Started with Illustrator PRO Pack Follow Rich on Twitter 3 Graphic Design Opportunities Perfect for Students

During this holiday week, Art Ed Radio is revisiting one of its most popular episodes of the year. Back in August, AOEU writer Janet Taylor came on the podcast to talk to Tim about her ideas on rethinking art education in a difficult year. Listen as they discuss the logistics of pandemic teaching, the importance of teacher autonomy, and how we can think bigger when we return to work this fall. Resources and Links Rethinking Art Education for the Better AOEU's Return to Learn Resources Read all of Janet's articles here Preview Janet's Bringing New Life to Old Lessons PRO Pack

As more schools are going to online learning the demands for online teaching continue to grow. In today's episode, Tim shares some of the best ideas he has seen, the best ideas that people have shared, and the things that make online teaching work well. Listen for some ways to help yourself, some ways to help your students, and some other best practices that may help you now or in the coming months. Resources and Links State of Art Education Survey The Best Weekly Routines for Online Learning Technology and Hybrid Learning How to Use Your Traditional Curriculum Digitally

Due to popular demand, it is time to revisit the topic of teaching art on a cart. In today's episode, Tim welcomes back Lindsey Moss to discuss her art on a cart experience and why she recorded an entire PRO Pack about her journey. Listen as they discuss Lindsey's mindset going into the year, the things she has learned, and some of her favorite lessons and ideas she wants to share. Resources and Links Tips and Tricks for Teaching Art on a Cart View Lindsey's PRO Pack What It's Really Like to Teach on a Cart During a Pandemic How to Work Smarter Not Harder with Art on a Cart

As the first quarter comes to a close, Tim is spending some time reflecting on what the rest of the school year is going to look like for everyone. And one of those future concerns is what art shows might look like this year. In this episode, Tim discusses some ideas for alternative art shows, including how we can incorporate technology, move shows outside, and simplify things to make the process easier for everyone. Resources and Links Harnessing the Power of Art in Uncertain Times Organizational Tips for Your Art Shows A Month of Art Advocacy Ideas Keeping Visitors Engaged at Your Art Show

After last Halloween's popular episode on 6 creepy artworks, Tim is back this year with 5 more of his favorite paintings that can be used to celebrate Halloween. Listen as he talks about Goya, Cezanne, and Caravaggio, and also dives into literature and Greek mythology in this entertaining episode. Resources and Links 6 Creepy Artworks for Halloween The Best Art-Inspired Halloween Costumes Making Art History Meaningful Helping Students Care About Art History

One of the biggest challenges art teachers have faced throughout this school year is how to teach three-dimensional art during hybrid learning or distance learning. In today's episode, Tim talks to art teacher Karen Kiick about how she navigated the end of last year and how she is adapting to this new school year. Listen as they discuss hybrid learning, teaching ceramics and sculpture from a distance, and the challenges that this year holds. Resources and Links 27 Art Activities and Lessons to Try at Home Rethinking Art Education for the Better View Karen's Website Follow Karen on Twitter

AOEU writer Sarah Krajewski published her first book, Exactly You! The Shape of Your Feelings, on World Mental Health Day on October 10th. Today, she is on the podcast to talk about her book, social and emotional awareness, and tell the story of exactly how an art teacher gets into the publishing world.  Resources and Links Order Exactly You! The Shape of Your Feelings Visit Sarah's website View all of Sarah's AOEU articles

As we move into the fall, it is time for state conference season. A great time for art teachers to connect, collaborate, and spend time with their art teaching colleagues from across their state. But how can that happen in the midst of a pandemic? Today, Tim talks to three teachers from Wisconsin about how they have developed a virtual conference in concurrence with ten other states. Resources and Links Wisconsin's Virtual Fall Conference Information WAEA Conference Facebook page 8 Reasons to Attend an Art Ed Conference

Today, Tim talks to artist and art educator Sharonda Harris-Marshall about a variety of topics, including her writing about the importance of representation in the art room. Listen as they discuss Sharonda's career, how everyone can (and should) stay creative in difficult times, and why we need more people of color in artistic spaces.   Resources and Links Sharonda's article about encouraging kids to explore the arts Black Art Teachers Matter View all of Sharonda's articles

In June, Clara Lieu left her position as a professor at RISD and spoke out about the discrimination she faced while there. Her twitter thread telling her story garnered a great deal of attention, and from some, surprise. She is on the podcast today to talk to Tim about her exit, her current and upcoming work on Art Prof, and ends by sharing some of her expertise and best advice on teaching online. Resources and Links Check out the Art Prof site Teaching and Learning Art Online on Art Prof Follow Clara on Twitter View Art Prof's YouTube Channel

On today's episode, Jason Blair joins Tim to discuss how we can grow and cultivate our students' creative capacities. Listen as they talk about Jason's idea of inconvenient creativity, the best approach to help nurture collaboration and creativity, and the importance of a personalized approach to learning. Resources and Links Follow Jason on Twitter and view his website Cultivating Creative and Civic Capacities Jason's Pedagogy of Play article The Key to Cultivating Creative Minds

Navigating the world of online learning continues to present a plethora of challenges to teachers everywhere. In today's episode, Tim brings on Jerald Robinson to talk about what he is doing with his students and how he is making things work. Listen as they discuss Jerald's tech setup, his ideas for keeping students engaged, and how he's planning on running an online art club for over 100 students. Resources and Links Follow Art by Levar on Instagram and Twitter Also follow @SupaDopeFresh on Twitter Rooted in Love podcast

With teachers receiving a lot of directives to take students outside when possible, Tim wanted to share ideas today for making art outdoors. Whether the artmaking is nature-related or not, it can be worthwhile for you and your students to get outdoors. Listen as Tim covers ideas for student engagement, artists to share, and the best media for outdoor artmaking.  Resources and Links 9 Artists to Inspire Outdoor Projects Introduce Your Students to Andy Goldsworthy How to Make Your Own Sidewalk Chalk Two Engaging Outdoor Activities to Do With Your Students