In the first few minutes of the documentary Tim’s Vermeer (2014), Tim Jenison admits that he is by no means … More
Tag: Art History
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
Rediscovering Astronomy
Astronomy is the study of how the universe was formed, and the objects such as planets, galaxies and stars within … More
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
Pedagogy in Paint: Chardin’s Depictions of Early Childhood Learning
French painter Jean Siméon Chardin devoted his entire career to documenting the quotidian, domestic and laborious nature of life in … More
More than Mimesis: Imitation vs. Interpretation
Imitation is a key element of social learning, which is how we develop essential understandings and actions through observing others … More
Artworks Inspired by Teachers
As an art historian focusing my research on how art and pedagogy are integrated, I love coming across depictions of … More
How I Learned to Overcome Imposter Syndrome and Find My Voice
Speaking with my friends and colleagues working in the arts and education fields, I am well aware that imposter syndrome … More
Meet the Educators
I started Artfully Learning in 2017, while I was preparing to become a certified art educator. Back then, art education … 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