TEACHING ARTIST SESSION CATEGORIES
French artist Henri Matisse created playful compositions known for use of color and unique style. To create his compositions, he “painted with scissors!” In this session, students will learn about Matisse and discuss the important body of work in the medium of cut...
Zines are cool, creative handmade publications to express ideas, emotions, and images in a short, accessible form. Students will learn about the history of zines and make their own mini-zine. Students can pick their own zine topics or this class can work with the...
Students will learn to fold and cut beautiful paper stars (or snowflakes, depending on the season), glue them onto a background, and add sparkly glitter. (The teaching artist will manage glitter to reduce the mess in your classroom!) Single session
Younger students are increasingly struggling with scissor projects, and this class aims to give them a good basis for this important coordination and creative skill. Tailored to the age group, this class will give basic instructions in scissor usage and safety,...
The students will explore what surrealism was and is today.
In this workshop, students will design and construct their own handmade journals using recycled and found materials, then bring those pages to life with collage, writing, drawing, and mixed media techniques. Through a mixture of guided prompts and creative freedom,...
During this session, the students will learn blending techniques while painting a simple swamp scene from lake Martin. Single session
The students will explore using the value scale and shading to create depth in a still life drawing. This activity is adaptable for younger children with an emphasis on dexterity and observation skills. Single session
During this session, the students will learn about using perspective in landscape drawing. For younger grades, the students will learn about using one point perspective while drawing the inside of their classroom. Single session
This workshop introduces students to cyanotype printing, one of the oldest photographic techniques—using sunlight and chemistry to create striking blue-and-white prints. Students will learn the history of the process, coat their own paper with light-sensitive...