Art Ed Radio

You have probably seen the Tiny Art Show popping up all over Facebook and Instagram lately--a tiny version of the galleries we know so well, just unique and more accessible. Today, the art teacher behind the Tiny Art Show--McKay Lanker Bayer--comes on the show to talk with Tim about how it got started, how she gets her students involved, and where the Tiny Art Show goes from here.   Resources and Links  Tiny Art Show on Instagram Tiny Art Show on Facebook Read More About How the Shows are Set Up

Now that we are a few weeks removed from Youth Art Month, it is the perfect time to reflect on what we do to advocate for our kids and our program. Kristy Lopez and Karen Mannino, co-chairs of YAM for the Art Educators of New Jersey, join Tim to talk about why advocacy is so important, how you promote your program, and why we need to tell our story all year long.   Resources and Links  10 Advocacy Resources Every Teacher Needs to Know About A Full Month of Advocacy Ideas How to Talk to Your Staff About the Power of Art Follow Kristy and AENJ https://www.instagram.com/aenjyam/

After the fire at Notre-Dame last week, Tim takes some time to reflect today on what the cathedral means to art teachers and why we were so affected by seeing it catch fire. Jenn Russell joins Tim to share her experience of visiting the cathedral, how we process this news as art teachers, and how we broach the subject with our students.   Resources and Links  How Notre Dame Can Be Rebuilt Scanning Every Inch of the Cathedral A Rundown of the Artifacts Saved and Lost

If you're looking for a simple way to add some excitement and engagement in your art room, this episode is for you! One of AOEU's newest writers, Sarah Krajewski, is here to share about black light art. Listen as she tells Tim about her black light art show, some simple projects that anyone can implement, and why she uses an art room mantra for herself and her kids.    Resources and Links  Follow Sarah on Instagram Sarah's first article on the AOEU site Sarah's Black Light Art Article

Incorporating encaustic painting into your curriculum can seem daunting. You're probably envisioning tricky processes and costly materials. But you might be surprised to learn how simple it can be. In this episode, Lena Rodriguez joins Tim to dive into one of her favorite mediums, and gives advice on how to get started. Listen as they talk about why kids love encaustic painting, the materials you need to get started, and even a couple lessons for when you first get going.  Resources and Links  3 Projects to Introduce Encaustics to Your Students Innovative Ways to Use Up Leftover Paint Lena's Conference Video on Encaustics Made Easy

Abby Schukei makes a quick return to the podcast to discuss her latest article with Tim. They talk about all of her ideas and suggestions for what you need in your classroom to make your life easier. Listen as they cover painting supplies and organization, simple ceramic hacks, and why you need to start spray painting your permanent markers.   Resources and Links  Abby's Article of Art Room Ideas Awesome Hacks to Use This School Year 10 Storage Ideas for the Art Room Where to Look for New Ideas

On today's episode, after 6 months away, Andrea Slusarski makes her triumphant return! She and Tim talk all things arts integration, which has been Andrea's focus throughout this school year. Listen as they discuss what subjects are easiest to combine with art, strategies to get your staff on board, and why there is still room for art for art's sake.    Resources and Links  5 Things to Know About Arts Integration An In-Depth Look at the Power of Arts Integration How to Talk to Your Staff About the Power of Art 8 Art Projects that Incorporate Science

There are always things art teachers love to hate, like bad fonts, mechanical pencils, PD days (especially PD days). But Abby Schukei is here to talk to Tim about why maybe these aren't so bad. They discuss her article that published yesterday about how to focus on the silver lining with those things you don't necessarily love, and why positivity is so important as a teacher.   Resources and Links  Abby's Article Spreading Positivity Through Sticky Notes Using Art for Positive Means

Reward systems can work for some instances of classroom management. But more often than not, there is a better way. On today's episode, Tim talks to Rachel Albert about how they can move beyond reward systems to more effective strategies for managing their classrooms. Listen as they discuss the benefits of intrinsic motivation, options beyond simple reward systems, and why you should strive for a welcoming community in your classroom. Resources and Links Classroom Management Tips 5 Classroom Management Ideas No Teacher Should be Without Ways to Make Your Classroom Welcoming for All Students Color and Light Survey

As we move through the middle of our most difficult months of teaching, Tim has some thoughts on how to make things easier on yourself. Listen as he talks about how to use advocacy to avoid burnout, making time for yourself and your own artmaking, and why you need to set some goals for the coming months.  Resources and Links   A Full Month of Simple Advocacy Ideas Curbing Art Teacher Burnout PRO Pack Dealing with Burnout and Exhaustion How to Show Gratitude in a Thankless Environment

In case a new University designation and a new Master's Degree weren't enough, AOEU is launching a new Studio: Photography graduate course on March 1st. Dr. Sarah Ackermann joins Tim to discuss teaching photography, creating your own work both digitally and in the darkroom, and how the new course tries to combine those two concepts into a unique learning experience.   Resources and Links  The New(!) Studio Photography Course Tim's Article that Sarah Mentioned About Ditching the Darkroom Why We Should Keep Darkroom Photography Alive The Art Ed Radio Digital Photography Episode

With last month's announcement that The Art of Education has become AOEU, there has been a lot of interest in the University and the Master's Degree. AOEU Head of Admissions Shannon Lauffer is here to discuss that interest with Tim, and in this episode they talk about who is applying for the degree, the highs and lows of starting an admissions department, and give a quick rundown of the application process.  Resources and Links Master's Degree Information Here is the Interest Form Tim and Shannon discussed See if the Master's Degree works in your state

Still basking in the glow from the Art Ed Now conference, Tim opens up the mailbag to answer all of the questions that have been coming his way. Listen as he shares a behind-the-scenes look at how he prepares for the conference, talks about some of his favorite presenters, and maybe lets you in on a couple secrets for what new things will be coming this summer.  Resources and Links  Check out the summer conference and get registered The recap episode with Lindsey Moss The write-up from the day of the conference

The 2019 Winter Art Ed Now conference is in the books, and Tim is here with Lindsey Moss break it all down! Listen as they discuss their highlights from the conference, their new love for Paul Topolos and appreciation for Pixar, and their a-ha moments and takeaways from the presenters.   Resources and Links  The Winter Conference Recap is Here The Paul Topolos Podcast Interview If you missed this conference, there's always the next one! 

Conference week is finally here, and after a short chat about the upcoming event, Lena Rodriguez joins Tim for an interview about her presentation that will be happening. They discuss the responsibilities of the artists, how to teach students to find their artistic voice, and how these concepts can combine to help our students speak clearly through their work.  Resources and Links Everything You Need to Know About Art Ed Now See Lena's Presentation from Last Winter's Conference Last Week's Conference Preview Episode

Art Ed Now presenter Rachel Albert joins Tim from Toronto to talk about everything related to the conference. They discuss Rachel's upcoming presentation on using Google Classroom in art class, her process of creating her successful presentation, and how to make the most of your conference experience on February 2nd.   Resources and Links Everything You Need to Know About Art Ed Now Check Out Google Classroom Reasons to Attend an Art Ed Conference Animation and Storytelling with Featured Presenter Paul Topolos

Animator Paul Topolos is known for his work on films such as The Incredibles, Cars, Toy Story 3, and the Star Wars prequels. He will be the featured presenter at the Art Ed Now Winter Conference on February 2nd, and today he is on Art Ed Radio. Tim visits Paul in his San Francisco home and studio for an enlightening interview on storytelling, artmaking, and inspiration. Resources and Links Take a look at Paul's Website See Paul's IMDB Page An In-Depth Interview with Paul About His Work Everything You Need to Know About Art Ed Now

The Art of Education is now the Art of Education University, and we are proud to be able to offer a Master's Degree in Art Education. But, as always, AOEU is not just about a degree--it is about learning at every stage of your career. Listen as Tim talks to AOEU Founder and CEO Derek Balsley about the new Master's degree being offered, what is developing in the world of higher education, and how The Art of Education University can change the thinking about what a university should be.  Resources and Links Introducing The Art of Education University Announcing the New Master's Degree The Journey to AOEU

The Art of Education is now the Art of Education University, and we are proud to be able to offer a Master's Degree in Art Education. Listen as AOEU Founder and President Jessica Balsley discusses the path to becoming a university, why she's so excited to make this announcement, and how this new Master's Degree can work for art teachers everywhere.  Full episode transcript below.  Resources and Links Introducing The Art of Education University Announcing the New Master's Degree An Entirely New Type of University

In the last episode before the holiday break, Tim invites AOE writer Abby Schukei back on the show to talk about how you can actually use the holidays as an opportunity for advocacy. Listen as they discuss the best projects you can complete before break, new ideas and systems for organization, and ways to make your classroom feel a little bit better when you return from some time off.   Resources and Links How to Spread Cheer and Promote Your Art Program A New Way to Check Out Supplies How to Diffuse a Scrooge and Feel Happier This Season Abby's Last Appearance on the Podcast