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Text “Art is Basic” in watercolor style, with colorful markers and foam star stickers on the top left and bottom right corners, against a white background.
Cartoon maze by artist Joe Wos featuring characters navigating paths, starting with a boy in a yellow shirt and ending at "The Doctor is In" booth. This MazeToons creation invites you to embark on a whimsical adventure.

Interview with MazeToons artist Joe Wos

I have a treat for you today!  While I was researching ideas for a maze art project, I came across…

  • January 21, 2018
  • 6 Comments
  • all grades, artists, contemporary artists, drawing, lines
Illustration of three figures in red outfits with large white dots, set against a cosmic backdrop with colorful dots. It captures the whimsical essence suited for a children's book.

Yayoi Kusama Children’s Book

I am in love with this new children’s book about Yayoi Kusama.  The illustrations are gorgeous.  I love Yayoi’s style…

  • October 21, 2017
  • 2 Comments
  • all grades, book review, books, contemporary artists
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Interview with an Artist: Justin Bua

Today I have a special artist to introduce to you.  His name is Justin Bua.  I was able to get…

  • October 15, 2017
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  • all grades, contemporary artists, interview, painting
Three abstract paintings with text, colorful circular designs, and expressive brushstrokes in various shades by mixed media artist Sabrina Ward Harrison.

Mixed Media Artist: Sabrina Ward Harrison

We recently had artist Sabrina Ward Harrison visit our school to give an artist talk and workshop with the kids.…

  • March 19, 2017
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  • art journaling, collage, contemporary artists, fifth grade, fourth grade, third grade
A childlike painting of two girls riding horses; one on a brown horse, the other on a black horse against a blue sky.

4th and 5th Grade Profile Drawings: In the Style of Egyptians, Mixtec Codex and Duncan Tonatiuh

My students were treated to a visit by illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh.  He is both Mexican and American. He grew up in San…

  • January 19, 2017
  • art history, book review, books, contemporary artists, drawing, fifth grade, fourth grade
An illustrator depicts a woman pointing upward as four children sit around her, with corn stalks in the background.

Duncan Tonatiuh: Author/Illustrator Visit

On Friday, we had a visit to our school by author and illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh. See his artwork here.  He is…

  • December 12, 2016
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  • all grades, art history, book review, books, contemporary artists
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Article in Arts & Activities Magazine

I’m pretty excited my article in the October issue of Arts & Activities is on the cover! I wrote about…

  • September 17, 2016
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  • artists, book review, books, contemporary artists, interview, published, third grade
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Frank Stella Inspired Pictures

First, I want to give a BIG THANK YOU to everyone who follows my blog.  I appreciate your support in…

  • August 4, 2016
  • 3 Comments
  • abstract, contemporary artists, drawing, fifth grade, painting, printmaking, sixth grade
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