Parks and Re-creation

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

Finding Inspiration and Information in Found Objects (with Lesson Plan)

Jane Housham is drawn to the scale, colors, textures and all around forms of miniature toys, as well as other … More

Artfully Visualizing Educational Equity

Education was not always accessible to the masses like it is today. We know from historical accounts that class, status … More

Quotes from the Field, Volume 7

This edition of Quotes from the Field (see previous posts) features a selection of inspiring quotes from artists and art … More

Painting the Plurality of Educational Communities

As one of the oldest cities in the United States, Philadelphia is full of incredible cultural history. The city that … More

Artfully Learning Audio Series, Episode 15: Open Books and Libraries of Liberation

Travis Prince’s paintings prompt viewers to learn about a multitude of Black experiences through depictions of diverse individuals reading books … More

What Art Can Teach Us About Healing

The benefits of utilizing art as a form of healing or respite within medical facilities is well documented through anecdotal … More

The Drag Educational Model, Where Learning is Not a Drag

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

Artfully Learning Audio Series, Episode 13: Trash Talk

We have made it to lucky number thirteen of the Artfully Learning Audio Series! In this episode, I speak with … More

Form, Function and Fun: Playgrounds as Art Education

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