The Arty Teacher

What makes the ideal end of year art activity? You’re probably exhausted. You may have just poured all your energy into end-of-year exams or possibly an art show. You need something that is both easy and engaging. It is even better if it looks fun! What makes the end of year art activities below ideal? […]

How green is your art department? Are you looking for Eco friendly art supplies? Do you consider the impact the materials you are using and the packaging are having on the environment? It’s my experience that art teachers tend to really care about the environment and the impact their actions are having on climate change. […]

Have you noticed the explosion of colourful pen art on social media lately? Well, it’s no coincidence that many of these masterpieces are inspired by the incredible work of artist Nicola McBride. Her Scottish-inspired still-life drawings have captivated students all over, and it’s no surprise that her influence can be seen in so much of […]

How diverse is the curriculum you are currently delivering? Does it reflect the faces that stare back at you in your classroom or the issues of equity and diversity that are so often in the news? Dara is a historical play written by Pakistani playwright Shahid Nadeem, adapted by Tanya Ronda and Directed by Nadia […]

Do you deliver any art careers lessons or activities to your students? An excellent art curriculum should include lessons and experiences that educate our students about the huge range of careers that an art education can lead to. This adds an extra layer of relevance for your students. Some students carry on with art at […]

We have to fight to make art matter in our schools. This isn’t an ideal situation but it is the truth. Despite Ofsted’s recent research review into art in schools, which describes ‘a high-quality art education’, schools frequently aren’t given the time or the funding to make this happen easily. And why should it be […]