Inspiration

I’m taking part in the Walk 100K in August challenge to support families facing dementia. Please sponsor me. Personally affected by this cruel disease, I watched my Dad slowly lose himself to dementia. It was a heart-wrenching journey for our entire family. Once a social, positive and independent man, he became a shadow of his former […]

‘Teaching a Diverse Primary Art Curriculum’ by Kaytie Holdstock is packed full of ideas, projects and artist biographies. As the title suggests, it will introduce primary teachers to a diverse range of different artists, so if you are looking to diversify your curriculum, this book is really helpful. “I can honestly say that the only […]

“Creating with clay is a physical-sensual-mental experience. The physicality and limitless potential for creativity engages our muscles, fine motor skills, vision, and imaginations. We are simultaneously allowing unprocessed feelings to shape the clay while making detailed decisions about which direction we’d like to take our piece.” Jo-Ann Finkelstein, Ph.D.,7 Unexpected Ways Clay IsTherapeutic,3/8/20,PsychologyToday.com As art […]

May 16th is International Drawing Day. It’s an opportunity for people all over the world to celebrate drawing. Celebrating International Drawing Day in schools is important because it encourages creativity, self-expression, and cultural appreciation. Drawing helps students think creatively, solve problems visually, and communicate effectively. By dedicating a day to drawing, schools recognise its universal […]

Unleashing Creativity in the Classroom: A Guide for Art Teachers on Hosting Artists who Run Workshops in Schools. As art educators, we already know that art is a vital component of a well-rounded curriculum. What better way to inspire and engage students than by inviting a seasoned artist who runs workshops in schools? In this […]

Art board games can be a fantastic addition to the art classroom because they offer a unique and engaging way for students to learn and practice various art concepts and techniques. In an age where students spend far too long staring at screens, it’s a delight to see them engaging with their classmates, building relationships […]