For a while now, drag has been caught in the crosshairs of the raging culture wars. The religious right and … More
Tag: collaborative learning
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
Artfully Learning Audio Series, Episode 12: Renaissance Community
It is appropriate that this episode centers on the educational and creative potential of collaboration, because that’s how I met … More
Lineage Drawing
The act of drawing takes many forms and shapes. It is the most versatile of all traditional art media because … More
Whose History of Art?
Parody is a time honored artistic strategy that has potential to prompt critical thinking, stir emotions and even inspire cultural … More
Artfully Learning Audio Series, Episode 9: Glorious Wounds
I was delighted to have the recent opportunity to speak with artist and educator Gabo Camnitzer about the past, present … More
Summer Reading: Youth-Centered Art Publications
The dog days of summer are about to be behind us and for some teachers and students, that means another … More
Drawn Together
Pablo Picasso is attributed to saying that, “When I was a child, I could draw like Raphael, but it took … More
Essential Art for Essential Workers
In light of the pandemic’s winter wave and its continued toll on our already stressed infrastructure and personnel, I am … More
The Fabric of a City
Jackson Heights is a bustling high density neighborhood in Queens, which is notable for having one of the most diverse … More