The Pedagogy of Pee-wee

It takes a lot of artistic skill and understanding of the human psyche in order to be successful as a … More

Meaningful Materials and Conscious Combines (with Lesson Plan)

I recently wrote about artist Jane Housham who collects (mostly) ephemeral items associated with childhood and material culture and presents … More

Summer is here throughout the Northern Hemisphere, and with its arrival is a much needed break from traditional schooling. Enjoying … More

One of the drawbacks of compulsory education is its rigid structure. Our educational systems are generally too reliant on metrics … More

As a writer focusing on a cross-examination of the visual art world and educational environment, in order to show the … More

Artistic behaviors are skills and mindsets that anyone can acquire. Also known as habits of mind, behaving like an artist … More

Inside and outside of the classroom, art serves as a framework for understanding and expressing our lived experiences. Art and … More

For a while now, drag has been caught in the crosshairs of the raging culture wars. The religious right and … More

Engagement is the most crucial element of the artistic experience. Sometimes we are drawn to a work of art because … More

With the many hats I wear (artist, curator, educator and historian), I consider myself a facilitator of other people’s creative … More