TEACHING ARTIST SESSION CATEGORIES
Darkroom safety and proper procedures for chemical development of photos. Safety goggles, access to water for rinsing photos and a clothesline /clothespins for drying photos. If time allows, creative writing techniques / poetry using pinhole imagery for inspiration.
“Illustration in Motion” is a beginner’s guide to animation. During the session, we will go over a few of the 12 fundamental principles of animation, as well as how to animate a bouncing ball. They will be taught this process in the form of a flipbook!
Students will engage through the understanding of how light works. Stories of early observations dating back to the 5th century, as well as Aristotle’s theory of light /photons. A ray of light vs a bundle of light. To prove how light works, students will look through a 4×5 camera. The comprehension of how to load a paper negative into a pinhole camera. How to properly set up the camera for taking a picture with available outdoor lighting. The concept of how light will project onto light sensitive paper in the can. An understanding of time for exposure (formula). An understanding of depth of field and wide angle due to curvature of the pinhole can camera.
My enthusiasm for the alchemy of photography began at age 12 when my older brother entrusted a Kodak Brownie to me. In 1983, I moved to a suburb of Cleveland, OH and began a formal study of the fine art and history of photography. I purchased darkroom equipment and established a home-based photo lab. The impetus and fascination commenced through experimenting and developing new techniques, freelance work and commissions, gallery exhibits, and teaching young people the craft of pinhole photography through various workshops.
In this session, we will explore the art of visual storytelling. We will read and analyze works that combine words and images as narrative tools, to see how they complement each other. Then, we will create our own short stories using these devices.
From the vibrant rhythms of jazz to the soulful melodies of blues, this session will delve into the rich cultural heritage that has shaped American music today. Through a listening session and discussion, students will learn about the struggles and triumphs of African...
Mindful Moves is a yoga-inspired program designed to help students bring calm, focus, and energy into their school day. Through simple yoga poses, breath work, and gentle stretches, students learn techniques to manage anxiety, boost concentration, and start their mornings feeling awake and energized. All activities are designed to be done right in the classroom, making mindfulness and movement accessible anytime, anywhere.
The Yarn Lab is an entry-level crochet program designed to introduce students to the art of crochet while building focus, patience, and creativity. In this hands-on class, students will learn basic stitches, follow fun projects, and discover how yarn and imagination can turn into tangible creations. Perfect for beginners, The Yarn Lab makes learning both engaging and rewarding. Adaptable for Special Education Single Session
Join Crawfish and friends for a toe-tappin’, hand-clappin’ Zydeco adventure straight from the heart of Louisiana! In this 42-minute interactive session, kids sing, dance, and laugh their way through fun YouTube hits like “Zydeco 123,” “Crawfish Shuffle,” “Don’t Eat My...
Join the National Writing Project and the National Parks System and write outside! Students will create a paper journal and add natural elements from outside. If weather permits, students will take their journals outside in nature to write poems. The students will...