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LOOKING FORWARD TO AN ART-FILLED SUMMER

MOONLIT FIREFLIES Mary Bosley COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS: ANIMAL SPIRIT COLORING BOOK Kerri Waller PEERING THROUGH THE PORTHOLE Chrissy Leishear RECYCLING RENAISSANCE: FOUND-OBJECT FACES Katie Morris ON THE ART CAREER TRACK: BUG ART Irv Osterer

YEARLONG HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULUM SERIES 10 BUILDING A STRONG FOUNDATION: Summative assessment BOOKMAKING unit Debi West

SPECIAL FEATURES AND COLUMNS 8 STEPPING STONES ... recharging your creativity in summertime Heidi O’Hanley

9 ART IS AT THE CORE: LOUISE BOURGEOIS Amanda Koonlaba 12 CROSS THE CONTINENTS WITH WYLAND: PARTICIPATE IN THE 2016

NATIONAL MURAL CHALLENGE Steve Creech

28 CLAY TIPS FROM THE GAMBLE STUDIO: WHAT IS MISHIMA? Tracy P. Gamble 46 TRIED & TRUE TIPS FOR ART TEACHERS: WRAPPING UP THE YEAR Glenda Lubiner

READY-TO-USE CLASSROOM RESOURCES 23 ARTS & ACTIVITIES ART PRINT FEATURE, WOMEN ARTISTS: NATALIA GONCHAROVA Colleen Carroll 45 ARTS & ACTIVITIES STUDY PRINT: FIREFLIES AT OCHANOMIZU Kobayashi Kiyochika

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We are looking forward to an art-filled summer! Summer is a special time, but the weeks leading up to it are special, too. This is when resourceful art teachers plan projects that use up the year’s scraps and leftovers. Take a look at Katie Morris’ “Recycling Renaissance: Found-Object Faces” (page 20). In her project, children are given the opportunity to engage in exploration and imaginative play as they make something new from something old.

The final weeks of school are also when students start to daydream about summer break. I don’t know about you, but fireflies always make me think of summer, and Mary Bosley’s “Moonlit Fireflies” (page 14) captures well the warm nights to come.

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E D I T O R I A L A D V I S O RY B O AR D Cris E. Guenter Professor of Arts Education/Curriculum and Instruction California State University, Chico

Jerome J. Hausman Lecturer, Consultant and Visiting Professor, at The School of the Art Institute of Chicago Barbara Herberholz Art Education Consultant, Sacramento, California Mark M. Johnson Director, Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, Montgomery, Alabama George Székely Senior Professor of Art Education, University of Kentucky, Lexington

C O N T R I B U T I N G E D I T O RS Colleen Carroll Curriculum Writer and Author of Children’s Art-Appreciation Books, Sleepy Hollow, N.Y.

High school students love insects, too, and that

Geri Greenman Art Department Head (Retired), Willowbrook High School, Villa Park, Illinois

is just what they get in Irv Osterer’s “On the Art Career Track: Bug Art" (page 22). Look closely ... can you discern the letters, numbers and punctuation these clever kids used to compose their creatures?

Paula Guhin Art Teacher (Retired), Central HighSchool, Aberdeen, South Dakota

Now, flip to page 18 and tell me if the paintings there remind you of the classic “Submarine Voyage” at Disneyland! That’s what I thought of when I saw the art work that accompanies Chrissy Leishear’s lesson plan, “Peering Through the Porthole.” Her project not only jogs one’s memory, it is also a wonderful way to teach children about perspective, point of view, and how to create the illusion of depth in their compositions.

Speaking of voyages, check out “Cross the Continents with Wyland: Participate in the 2016 National Mural Challenge” (page 12). The Wyland Foundation has put together another great program for their annual “Water is Life” mural and art challenge. Now is the time to register your class: the first 100 who do will win a large-format 50-square-foot classroom canvas! This year’s “Crossing the Continents” theme will encourage young artists to discover the ocean-going heritage of people around the world. Visit www.wylandfoundation.org/artchallenge for more information.

We are looking forward to an art-filled summer, but we look forward even more to an art-filled autumn, when all of us get back together on the pages of the September issue of Arts & Activities!

Nan E. Hathaway Art Teacher, Crossett Brook Middle School, Duxbury, Vermont Amanda Koonlaba Art Teacher and Arts Integration Resource, Lawhon Elementary School, Tupelo, Mississippi Glenda Lubiner Middle-School Art Teacher, Franklin Academy Charter School, Pembroke Pines, Florida Don Masse Heidi O’Hanley

Art Teacher, Zamorano Fine Arts Academy, San Diego, California Art Teacher, Brodnicki Elementary School Justice, Illinois

Irv Osterer Department Head – Fine Arts and Technology, Merivale High School, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Debi West Lead Visual Art Teacher, North Gwinnett High School, Suwanee, Georgia

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Stepping Stones is a monthly column that breaks down seemingly daunting tasks into simple, manageable “steps” that any art educator can take and apply directly to their classroom. Stepping Stones will explore a variety of topics and share advice for art-on-a-cart teachers and those with art rooms.

RECHARGING YOUR CREATIVITY IN SUMMERTIME

by heidi o'hanley

urnout happens to any teacher in every grade level and there are some years that push us so much to the brink, we feel a loss of control with everyday tasks at work and at home. With political opinions, common-core push, testing, and teacher evaluations, many educators are feeling more and more helpless as the years goes on. Many art teachers on a cart or traveling feel the burnout sooner due to physical exhaustion and balancing workloads from multiple schools. Teacher burnout should not be a taboo subject. The reality is that we all face the low point of burnout at some point in our career, and once the exhaustion takes place, we need to find our ways to cope and keep moving forward. As much as we may feel isolated, we are not alone! We enter our profession with a need to share our passion for the arts with our students, fellow staff members, and the community. Knowing full on that the arts are not considered a core subject in most schools (when it should be!), we take on the task anyway. We walk onward with our head up high and our paintbrushes raised, advocating the importance of creativity in a child’s education. Many of us knew it was an uphill battle taking the job, but we were determined to share the importance of the arts in our children’s education. As some of us feel like we’re falling backwards in our journey, we must first take the time to identify the triggers that cause our burnout so we can keep moving forward.

IDENTIFY THE TRIGGERS. Believe it or not, if you take

a moment to “sit down” and write a list (yes, take a pen and paper) of what’s troubling you at work, you can identify the causes of your troubles. Don’t worr y about complaining too much or sounding whiny, sometimes you just need to get it out.

YOU’VE IDENTIFIED YOUR TROUBLES, CAN YOU CREATE SOLUTIONS? For example, if you feel a lack of

support from your administration or colleagues, find a way to open that door for communication. I find that over 90 percent of the issues I’ve faced have been due to lack of communication, as well as flexibility! You never know if someone else is fighting a battle we are unaware of. Be kind and try your best to work with your situations. 8

FOR THOSE TROUBLES YOU CANNOT FIX, FIND A CREATIVE OUTLET TO RELEASE THE STRESS. We are

artists, so take the time to do something for yourself. Create art, write a stor y, or do a dance. Sometimes our burnout occurs from lack of our own creativity, so take the time to release your bottled up emotions. And since it’s summertime, now is the best time to recharge!

YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Do you have a colleague

struggling with burnout? You can take the first step to brighten someone’s day. We may feel that we are walking in a dark tunnel, but shining your inner light can help guide others along their path. Take time during the summer to go visit a museum or galler y. Sign up for a studio class. Even going out for coffee can help alleviate that yucky burnout feeling we could be carr ying

TAKE TIME FOR YOURSELF. Get away from Pinterest and lesson planning. Close the laptop and go for a walk. Clearing your mind can help in organizing the multiple browsers in your brain. Exercise, go shopping, read a book, or take a nap! Do you have kids home during the summer like I do? Find a sitter and take time for yourself! My favorite time is when my children are in bed and I have my art studio to myself. Sometimes, I lose track of time and suddenly it’s one in the morning and the kids wake up at seven!

IF NEED BE, GET HELP. Burnout is not just a physical

strain on your body. It takes an emotional and mental toll as well. Some of us fight so hard that we overdo it, and need to step back and recollect ourselves. It is not a bad thing to go and talk with a friend, family member, or even a counselor. Sometimes we need some extra support to keep going, no matter what anyone thinks.

For every art educator who has gone through burnout, depression, and high anxiety over our careers that we love, I wanted to say that I am very proud of you. Taking the time to identify your troubles is the first step in moving forward in a positive direction. It is very easy for others to say to “get over it,” but in order for us to “carry on,” sometimes we need a helping hand. Continue teaching your artistic passion! Arts & Activities Contributing Editor Heidi O’Hanley (NBCT) teaches art at Brodnicki Elementary School in the Greater Chicago Area. Visit her blog at www.talesfromthetravellingartteacher. blogspot.com. j u n e 2 0 1 6 • 83 y e a r s

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Art is at the Core offers tips on integrating for visual art teachers and teachers of other subjects. Arts-integrated lessons offer students the opportunity to meet objectives in art disciplines and other subjects. Arts integration strengthens traditional core classes, but does not replace art-specific courses.

ART is at the LOUISE BOURGEOIS

by AMANDA KOONLABA Louise Bourgeois (French-American; 1911-2010) studied math before enrolling in art school. Initially a painter, she explored sculpture later in life where she tried out a wide range of materials. Below are ideas for integrating a Bourgeois “Spider” or “Maman” with other subjects.

Questioning the Artwork Have students view

photos of a Spider or Maman from varying angles. Since the works are so large, it is helpful to show images that include people. An Internet image search can provide plenty. Have students generate a list of as many questions as possible about the work. Be careful not to give them too much background knowledge. You want them to think openly, and providing too much initial information will narrowly direct their thinking. The students can generate questions that start with Who, What, Where, When and How. They can also generate questions with words like “Can” and “Should.” Differentiate this activity by having students work in pairs or small groups, and by giving a time limit. Have the students discuss their questions. It is not necessary for them to actually research the answers, although they can do that. The goal is to get them to think about the artwork.

Arachnids Bourgeois’ spider sculptures have eight legs, like a real spider. Use the previous activity to introduce a unit on arachnids. Students can compare and contrast a real spider to the sculpture. They can create their own spider sculpture using wire and black painter's tape. They can also use torn paper to create a spider collage. Ask them to label the parts of their spiders. They will need to use line, shape and form to create their artwork. In addition, have students create symmetrical works. The concept of symmetry is the same as in math for this purpose.

Vivid Language Have students recount a personal memor y involving spiders verbally to a partner. Then, have them turn their partner’s memor y into a tall tale. As they carr y the piece of writing through the writing process, remember to provide feedback through student/teacher conferencing. Feedback from the teacher Go to artsandactivities.com and click on this button for resources and links related to this article.

ensures students are using vivid language. Also, allow students to give each other feedback. To publish the pieces, create a class YouTube channel. Have the students illustrate, photograph and insert text onto the photos to create a video. They can even add music or sound effects. When students are creating these videos, teach them visual arts vocabulary such as balance, symmetry and proportion. Understanding these terms will help them create visually appealing videos. YouTube gives the option to allow feedback on the videos. This can be set to require the approval of the channel Maman, 1999, cast 2003. Bronze, stainless administrator (the steel and marble; 30.5' x 29.2' x 33.5'. teacher) before National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa. Photograph by John Talbot. posting. Remember to check your school district's media and photographing policies to ensure compliance when using online tools.

Inferencing Have students fold a sheet of paper in

half vertically. They should label one half “Observation” and the other half “Interpretation.” Have them record what they actually see in the photos of the sculpture on the “Observation” side, and have them record inferences based on observable evidence on the “Interpretation” side. Students might focus solely on the sculpture for this. However, some students might see something in the photograph that causes them to infer something unrelated to the sculpture. For example, if a student views a photo of the sculpture at night while it has lights shining on it, they might infer that the lights are left on all night. This is a great response. It does let you know that the student can infer. Nevertheless, inferences about the actual sculpture are even better. For example, a student might infer that the artist was afraid of something, which caused her to make a giant spider. Students should share and discuss their observations and interpretations (inferences). n A&A Contributing Editor Amanda Koonlaba, NBCT, teaches at Lawhon Elementary in Tupelo, Miss. Before teaching art, she was a classroom teacher, and used arts integration as the cornerstone for instruction. Visit her blog at www.tinyurl.com/aekoonlaba

The activities described in “Art is at the Core” may encompass Common Core State Standards for Math, the English Language Arts Anchor Standards of Writing, Speaking and Listening, and the Next Generation Science Standards Performance Based Expectations of Science and Engineering Practices for Analyzing and Interpreting Data. They also encompass the National Arts Standards processes of Creating and Responding. Please refer to particular grade-level standards for specifics.—A.K. www.ar tsandactivities.com

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Yearlong High School Curriculum Series | BUILDING A STRONG FOUNDATION

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Summative Assessment Unit by Debi West

s I wrap up a year of Secondary Intro Art lessons, I am grateful for this experience and have loved the positive feedback that comes from sharing successful teaching strategies. The more we share, the more we can springboard to make lessons fit for our students and, ultimately, the more our students garner and grow. Our students are the ultimate winners with this type of collaboration. This series ends with my favorite lesson of all time … my Summative Assessment Bookmaking Unit! This lesson is a culmination of all the lessons learned throughout the semester. My students have three weeks to work on these books and, I have to say, the results are nothing short of phenomenal—each and every one of them!

TO begin, students make a list of

each lesson learned during the semester—even the shorter ones such as value scales, perspective, pattern designs and journal assignments can count as one lesson. The list generally consists of 12 to 14 lessons, depending on the year, and it’s such a great experience reflecting together on each one. Students then select their top eight lessons. These could be their favorite lessons, their most successful lessons or perhaps a lesson or two that really challenged them, which they would like to rework. Once they have their top-eight list, I explain that they will be re-creating the techniques learned from these lessons in miniature (4" x 6" rectangles) and using these as the pages of their own, theme-based accordion-style book. For example, let’s assume that a student chooses “Holidays” as his or her book theme, and then each of the eight lessons selected will focus on a specific Go to artsandactivities.com and click on this button for resources related to this article.

holiday. Perhaps they will choose to create a value scale candy cane, or a color-wheel Christmas tree ornament, or an Easter bunny in contour. They decide how they can creatively show what they have learned and retained throughout the semester of intro art into their ver y own theme-based book! After brainstorming themes and

considering how to creatively make the lessons fit into their theme, students receive their paper. Each student receives eight pieces of 6" x 4" white drawing paper. They then begin to recreate the lessons onto these miniature pages. Each page takes approximately one class period to complete and they hold onto their art each day, as these will become the pages of their book. Next, I introduce the actual bookmaking assignment. I show them how to make an accordion book frame insert by folding a piece of 24" x 6" white paper back and forth so that they each end up with a dozen 6" x 4" rectangles—six on one side and six on the other. I then demonstrate how to make the cover of the book by cutting two

pieces of 5" x 7" mat board. The insert is then glued into the two pieces of mat board, like a sandwich. The students now have a front, back and inside “skeleton” for their books. I then present the rubric form that shows how they will be graded. Students carefully consider how they will design the cover and the back of their books, and where they will place their eight mini lessons into the book, paying attention to the direction of each piece. It’s important for them to plan accordingly, deciding if the book will be read vertically or horizontally. They are also required to add a table of contents on the front inside of the cover page, which organizes their art. Planning is essential to the overall success of the final product. Finally, students take their critiquing skills and write a Feldman Critique on one of the works they have created. This critique is to be typed and creatively placed on the back inside cover of the book. Students stay completely engaged

in the art-making experiences of this bookmaking lesson. Not only do they work hard, they spend time reflecting

The pages of the Intro Art students’ books showcased techniques they learned during the past semester.

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Summative Assessment Books

on past lessons and showcasing what they authentically learned throughout the semester. A few days before our finals, students present their books and turn them in with their self-assessment rubric bookmaking forms. It is truly wonderful to see how successful each of these books turns out. They are made with love and care and are a true testament to what real portfolio-based assessments should look like. I have shared this lesson with educators across the nation and love seeing how they use it in their curriculum to enhance learning and engagement! I can’t wait to see how you all use this lesson, as well as all the lessons presented in this series. n Debi West, Ed.S, NBCT, is Art Department Chair at North Gwinnett High School in Suwanee, Georgia. She is also an Arts & Activities Contributing Editor.

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This is the final assignment for the semester. Students will have three weeks to work on eight-page summative assessment accordionstyle books that make personal statements about who they are, incorporating eight of the lessons learned during the semester.

• 4" x 6" various-colored paper • Variety of media • 24" x 6" drawing paper • 5" x 7" mat boards (poster board, cardboard or tag board also work)

PROCEDURES 1. Students will create an eight-page accordion-style book that makes a personal statement in their choice of media, either about who they are OR a theme-based book. The title, table of contents and back of the book will be artistically rendered as well, as part of the objectives. 2. Students will have several weeks to work on the pages of their books, looking at the 13 to 15 lessons completed over the semester, and select eight of them to include in their books. 3. Students will select overarching themes for their books, or a “who am I?” theme. This is important, and can either make or break the inspiration to keep moving. 4. Students will work on each of their eight assignments over the next few weeks on separate pieces of paper. When the pages are completed, they will be adhered to the book skeleton insert. 5. The inside of the cover will be reserved

for the Title Page and/or Table of Contents, which will include the titles of the eight pieces, with descriptions of each lesson. This will act as a sort of checklist for them. Remind students to be creative with this. 6. The inside back cover will be their written performance final, based on Feldman’s Art Critique: describe, analyze, interpret and judge their favorite piece the book and creatively adhere it to the book—four paragraphs! 7. These books will be presented to the class during performance finals. Students will reflect on these assignments, asking themselves, “What did I learn?” “What did I enjoy?” “What could I work on harder?” etc. Again, this book is part of their FINAL exam grade, so remind them to NOT sit around and waste time. They should work hard and work smart on this and I guarantee they will be excited with the final result!

ASSESSMENT I use a separate project evaluation form for this lesson. This allows my students to appropriately reflect on the learning at hand and leaves room for them to comment on the process and how they feel the final piece turned out. It also allows me to comment and give them a grade based on their learning AND their final work. This project will be graded on their presentations as well.

Students created eight-page accordion-style books that made personal statements in their choice of media, either about who they are OR a theme-based book.

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or art teachers who think big, the Wyland Foundation and Arts & Activities magazine encourage you to sign your classes up for the annual Wyland National “Water is Life” Mural and Art Challenge. The fall campaign, Oct. 1–Dec.1, is a powerful opportunity for students to discover the latest issues relating to our environment and to collaborate on a large-scale mural project over a two-month period. More than 4,900 students in 28 states took part in last year’s climate change–themed campaign, which challenged them to explore the climatic forces that shape the planet’s coasts and marine systems. The campaign followed on the heels of marine life artist and conservationist Wyland’s summer travels from the South Pacific to the Arctic to explore the impact of climate change on equatorial island nations that are under threat from rising sea levels. “The idea behind this art challenge is to get students to broaden their understanding of the issues that affect our marine environment,” Wyland said. “It is as much about the exploration that occurs through research and discussion as it is about the ultimate creation of the art itself. It is a process of inquiry, discussion and sharing ideas to come up with a visual representation of the issue being explored. In the end, we hope what the students create can become a focal point for further discussion for communities around the nation.”

2015 Grades 5–8 Classroom Mural winner: Dunbar Creative and Performing Arts Magnet School, Mobile, Alabama.

2015 Individual Fifth-Grade Winner: Dawson Pan, “Water Is Life.”

Cross the Continents with Wyland Participate in the 2016 National Mural Challenge

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WYLAND’S NATIONAL “WATER IS LIFE” CHALLENGE Plan now to participate in the annual “Water is Life” Mural and Art Challenge, being held this year October 1 through December 1. www.wylandfoundation.org/ artchallenge/ Go to artsandactivities.com and click on this button for links to resources related to this article. 2015 Grades K–4 Classroom Mural winner: Hanalei Elementary School, Hanalei, Hawaii.

2015 Grades 9-12 Classroom Mural winner: Walton High School, Marietta, Georgia.

The theme for 2016, “Crossing the Continents,” will

encourage young artists to discover the ocean-going heritage of people around the world. The campaign is inspired by the Polynesian Voyaging Society’s global transoceanic journey aboard the Hokulea, a 13-person canoe whose crew uses ancient seafaring techniques, using only the stars and elements to navigate a 40,000-mile journey around the world. The challenge is open to students of all ages throughout the United States. There is no cost to participate. Classes www.ar tsandactivities.com

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2015 Individual Seventh-Grade Winner (tie): Angela Trozzo. “Diving Sea Otter.”

are encouraged to create their mural on any 5 foot by 10 foot surface. However, the Wyland Foundation and its partners provide large format 50-square foot classroom canvases to the first 100 classes that pre-register. Supplemental activities include lesson plans and activities for teachers in support of the annual theme. An individual art contest for grades K–12 is held concurrently with the classroom mural contest. Awards for winning schools include cash and art supplies from Michael’s Arts & Crafts Stores. The contest is presented annual in partnership with Toyota, Fredrix Artist Canvas, Arts & Activities magazine, Marco Fine Arts, and Michael’s Arts & Crafts Stores. For information and to see past winners of the annual campaign, visit www.wylandfoundation.org/artchallenge. n Steve Creech is executive director of the Wyland Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit public charity that promotes a healthy ocean and waterways through public art programs, classroom science education, and live events. 13

lthough fireflies aren’t common in the dry climate of Southern California, I thought these little beacons of light would make fun subjects for a summer art class. When I announced the project to my groups of kindergarten through fifth graders, some of my students shared their own experiences with these illuminated creatures during their travels to other states. After a bit of research, I was able to add that there are over 2,000 species of fireflies in the world. Antarctica is the only continent without them. The chemical that makes the fireflies glow creates no heat and is meant to attract mates and warn predators. And last, fireflies aren’t “flies” at all; they are beetles! Animal and insect art projects are always favorites in my classes. I find the children really appreciate learning some interesting facts about our subjects before diving into the art lessons.

Learning Objectives Elementary students will … • make use of mixed media and different drawing and painting techniques to enhance artwork. • use the elements of art and principles of design to communicate ideas. • understand a basic level of perspective as it pertains to objects becoming smaller as their distance increases. • arrange all artistic elements to create a balanced composition.

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Creating: Conceiving and developing artistic ideas and work. Presenting: Interpreting and sharing artistic work. Responding: Understanding and evaluating how the arts convey meaning. • Connecting: Relating artistic ideas and work with personal meaning and external context.

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12" x 18" black construction paper Poster board or cardstock scraps Acrylic paint, metallic tempera paint, large and small paintbrushes Floral wire, glue, scissors Reference photos of fireflies Colored pencils, markers, permanent markers, silver metallic markers, yellow highlighter markers (optional)

To begin our mixed-media pieces, I set out acr ylic paints in blues and purples and 12" x 18" sheets of black construction paper. I informed the children that we were using a dr y brush method—no water needed. They would simply “double” and “triple dip” their paintbrushes in the paint and brush them onto their paper using broad horizontal

Moonlit Fireflies by Mary Bosley

Full moons were painted in circular motions in white acrylic, extending outwards to create a glowing effect.

The fireflies’ bright glow was created with yellow highlighters.

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strokes. Since we weren’t pre-mixing our paint, a more interesting background would be created. Next, the children added their full summer moons with white acrylic. I encouraged them to paint in circular motions extending outwards to create a glowing effect. To add larger illuminations from our fireflies, the students had the option of dotting their skies with spots of metallic paint using large round brushes. For a sense of depth and added interest in our summertime landscapes, black tree silhouettes were painted with small brushes. I illustrated how painting the trees at an angle would give the viewer the impression of looking up at the sky. Last, tiny flickers of firefly light were added by simply using the opposite end of their brushes dipped in white or yellow paint to make prints scattered about their nighttime backgrounds. Some children kept these sparse, while others chose to fill their paper with tiny dots of light. These were put up to dry and we turned our attention to the up-close fireflies. The children had the option of creating realistic or cartoon-like creatures on scraps of white poster board. Not surprisingly, the younger children opted for the latter, complete with smiley faces. My older elementary students were interested to see photos of real fireflies to render their drawings more accurately. I led basic, directed linedrawing lessons for each type of firefly on the whiteboard. I suggested they create two to four creatures to arrange on their backgrounds. After pencil sketches, the students retraced their lines in thin permanent marker. Later, markers and colored pencils were used to add color and personality. Yellow highlighters were perfect for creating the fireflies’ signature bioluminescence. Once the fireflies were cut out, I helped the children www.ar tsandactivities.com

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tape pieces of floral wire “antennae” to the underside of their creatures. These could be bent, twisted and manipulated to their liking. I handed back the now dr y, painted backgrounds to the children. To create an extra touch of drama and illumination, my students added silver metallic marker lines on the sides of their tree trunks and branches closest to their painted moons. This was a great tip from art teacher, Natalie, from smAR T class blog, who shared a variation on this lesson. Finally, it was time to arrange and glue the “stars” of their artwork, the cut fireflies. I encouraged them to pose them in different directions to give the appearance of them flying about the night sky. This lesson PRODUCED visually striking pieces from

my wide age-range classes. My students particularly enjoyed the process of using a variety of media and watching their collaged pieces come together in stages. This project could easily be modified for larger groups or tighter time constraints. Dark blue or purple paper could be offered as an alternative to black, skipping the background painting process. Floral wire antennae, a fun bonus, could easily be omitted. Also, a variation on the lesson for younger children could be done with one large firefly to accompany Eric Carle’s, The Very Lonely Firefly. And as a mixed media art lesson, a variety of drawing and painting materials could be used interchangeably, according to what is on hand or feasible. I heard a lot of oohing and aahing from parents as their children shared their artwork at pick-up time. It’s the perfect end-of-the-school year art lesson to usher in summer and its tiny ambassadors. n Mary Bosley has a background in fine arts and graphic design, and teaches private children’s art classes in Orange County, California. Visit her blog at marymaking.blogspot.com 15

COMMUNITY

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ne of my favorite projects to do with my eighth-grade students is the “Animal Spirit” project, which is inspired by the artwork by Sue Coccia (www.earthartinternational. com). This lesson has evolved since I discovered it years ago, during my student teaching. The original lesson plan came from Becky Levine, now retired from many successful years teaching art for the Cobb County, Georgia, Schools. Following is my students’ and my most recent experience with it, and the creative tangent we took with it.

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The original lesson called for students to finish their artworks with watercolor pencils.

language and how to read a work of art. My students were intrigued to learn that their final artworks were to be be like research papers: when viewers “read” their artworks, they should be able to glean as much information from them as they would from reading words. They spent about three days in the media center, with each student gathering as much information as possible about an animal of his or her choosing. During the next class, students sketched a rough draft of their animals on 12" x 12" newsprint. Once satisfied, they then began drawing their animals with black ultra-fine-tip permanent markers on white 12" x 12" paper.

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Taking the project a step further, I approached my

high-school credit eighth-grade class with the idea of creating a coloring book for the community. We talked about ways art can give back and listed people and places the students wanted to share their work with. We then discussed making it a digital download to minimize the cost and maximize our sharing power. As the kids finished drawing their animals and were preparing to move on to the next step (watercolor pencils), I photographed their line drawings. I then selected those images that would translate well into coloring pages and put them together in our digital coloring book. A website was also created—complete with student examples and blog—to house the coloring book and I started contacting the community about the project. The response has been wonderful. Children’s hospitals, schools, community members, and adult living facilities have downloaded the coloring book PDF to use, and teachers across the country have shown interest in using it in their classrooms. In our website’s first month, we had over 5,000 page views. We are excited that the community is responding so well! Visit pretendstudio.weebly.com/free-coloring-book.html to download our reproducible “Animal Spirit” coloring book for use in your teaching. n Kerri Waller is an art teacher at Simpson Middle School in Marrietta, Georgia. www.ar tsandactivities.com

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Learning Objectives Middle-school students will ... • apply information from science into their work by researching flora, fauna, and habitat of chosen animals. • create works of art that give information about the animal using visual language, telling the “story” of the animal in pictures. • effectively use correct color blending and techniques using watercolor pencils. • as a class, create a resource with their work to give back as a service to the community.

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Peering Through LEARNING OBJECTIVES Elementary students will … • learn about perspective. • create a drawing from the point of view of looking through a porthole. • illustrate sea creatures and sea life to compose an underwater scene. • create depth in their compositions through consideration of size relationships and overlapping shapes.

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Creating: Conceiving and developing new artistic ideas and work. Presenting: Interpreting and sharing artistic work. Responding: Understanding and evaluating how the arts convey meaning. • Connecting: Relating artistic ideas and work with personal meaning and external context.

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f you closed your eyes and imagined sitting on the ocean floor, what would you see around you? Perhaps some fish, seahorses, dolphins, sharks, crabs, and starfish amongst the coral and seaweed? This would be similar to the perspective through a porthole in a ship or submarine. My fourth-graders and I talked about all the different kinds of sea creatures and sea life that exists underwater—some of which we have never seen in person, so this required some imagination! The students drew their porthole as a large rounded rectangle shape, filling most of their paper, and added the same shape on the inside for a frame. They drew screws around the perimeter and were now ready to move on to the fun stuff! I had several sea-creature drawing books on display and created a packet for each student with pictures of a variety of sea creatures, coral and seashells, which they could use as reference while drawing. The children began their underwater compositions

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animal. We talked about overlapping their subjects to give the illusion that some creatures were behind others. Things that are far off in the distance should be drawn smaller than the things swimming closer to the viewer, creating depth in their composition. I encouraged the students to think about the placement of their animals. I reminded them that if weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking through a porthole, we might only see the head or tail of the animal if they are swimming out of our view. Some animals might be facing us head-on and some may be profile view. Extra details were encouraged and I was excited to see all the fun elements the kids thought of: treasure chests, shipwrecks, scuba divers, and more! Once their drawings were finished, students used a black www.ar tsandactivities.com

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permanent marker to draw over all their pencil lines (yes, even each little screw in the porthole *sigh*), and then colored their porthole frames and sea life with markers. Students painted their sea background with liquid watercolors. Two different colors could be blended by painting one over the other to mix them. Finally, they chose another color to paint the wall around the porthole. It was so exciting for all of us to see all the creativity and imagination in their underwater world! n Chrissy Leishear teaches Kâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;8 Art at St. John the Baptist School in Silver Spring, Maryland. 19

RECYCLING

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Found - Object Faces by Katie Morris

am a big fan of using found objects in my art classes. It’s a great way to “recycle” and use up small craft supplies that have shown up in the art room. My found-object faces came about as a solution for using up donated supplies and from a desire to show students that portraits don’t always have to look realistic to be artistic! This project requires two or three 40-minute periods, and the essential questions related to it are: What can art be made of? What makes an image a portrait? And, how can artists reduce, rese and recycle through their work? On the first day, students used tempera to paint colorful lines and shapes on donated paperboard, which was pre-cut into 8" x 10" pieces. The children were told that their painted boards would serve as backgrounds for their found-object faces, and the facial features would be glued on in the next class period. Before the students arrived for day two, I organized all the objects and set them up on a table. There were bottle caps, twigs, buttons, toothpicks, pompons, pipe cleaners, scrap paper, yarn, and numerous small, random objects. (I had previously asked teachers for donations of “junk,” explaining the difference between junk and trash.) I began the class by showing some of artist Hanoch Piven’s artwork, examples of which can be viewed on his website, www.pivenworld.com/hanoch-piven-illustrations. Viewing his illustrations helped the children see how random objects can take on new roles to make up a face. After viewing and discussing examples of Piven’s ar tworks, students went through the line

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“buf fet style” to select their first round of materials. Back at their tables, they moved the foundobject facial features around on their painted backgrounds until they were happy with their arrangements. I have found that regular school glue will hold most objects if allowed to sit undisturbed until dr y, so we used it to attach most of the objects/facial features. Some materials such as pipe cleaners or pompons, however, required something stronger, so I ran a hot glue gun station and the children could come to me for assistance. Some of the students finished in two class periods, while others required three. For ever yone, it is nice to have a third day built in for finishing touches and to re-glue anything that has fallen off any faces. This lesson Is a big hit with students ever y time, and one of my favorites to teach. I enjoy the experimental and playful attitudes that students take on with this project. I’ve taught this lesson to kindergarten and first grade, but it could easily be adapted to a number of grade levels. Older students could be challenged to find objects that fit a theme or personality of a person they are representing. Another possibility would be to create a digital image of a new “whole,” composed from photos of objects. And, the lesson could be extended by reading one of Hanoch Piven’s books, like My Best Friend is as Sharp as a Pencil, or by using the “Faces iMake” app on smart device. n

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Learning Objectives

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Elementary students will ... • engage in exploration and imaginative play with materials. • through experimentation, build skills in various media and approaches to art making. • explore uses of materials and tools to create works of art. • repurpose objects to make something new.

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Paperboard or cardboard Tempera paint and brushes Liquid school glue, hot glue gun Miscellaneous small found objects, such as bottle caps, buttons, cotton swabs, fabric scraps, feathers, graphite or colored-pencil nubs, pipe cleaners, pompons, sequins, sticks, tissue paper, toothpicks, yarn, etc.)

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Creating: Conceiving and developing artistic ideas and work. Presenting: Interpreting and sharing artistic work. Connecting: Relating artistic ideas and work with personal meaning and external context.

Pencil nubs, bottle caps, lids and more add up to rather whimsical found-object faces.

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Instructions: The monthly Art Print is meant to be removed from the center of the magazine, laminated or matted, and used as a resource in your art room. – Editor

Self-portrait with Yellow Lilies, Natalia Goncharova primary

Most primary-aged students are familiar with self-portraiture as a genre. Begin by sharing a selection of famous self-portraits, such as examples by Rembrandt, Vincent van Gogh, Chuck Close, Artemisia Gentileschi (featured in the Sept. 2015 issue of Arts & Activities) and Judith Leyster (featured in Dec. 2015). Show the Art Print and ask students how Goncharova’s self-portrait is similar and different from the earlier examples. Share with students that they will be creating a selfportrait inspired by this month’s Art Print. Explain that they will be making their self-portrait based on a photographic portrait that you will take in class. (For this activity, students will need to bring a favorite object from home, such as a plush toy animal, a soccer ball, or a doll.) Have each student pose in front a plain backdrop holding the object of their choice. Take a series of shots, letting students choose their favorite. Print each image for the following class session. Pass out the portraits to students and give them time to draw a self-portrait based on the image. Encourage them to create a background with patterns or images that relate to their object. After each child completes a sketch, have them lay in color with crayons or colored pencils. Display all completed work with the Art Print.

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Natalia Goncharova’s early work recalls the style of one of her favorite artists, Vincent van Gogh. Show students a selection of Van Gogh’s paintings, giving them time to comment on hallmarks of his work. Next, present the Art Print. Lead students in a discussion in how the Russian painter’s style relates to Van Gogh’s (Students should notice Goncharova’s use of color and thick brushwork). Provide students with scratch paper, pencils and time to draw portraits or self-portraits. Once they have settled on a sketch, pass out heavier paper or canvas and instruct them to lightly re-sketch their drawings on that. Provide paints and encourage students to incorporate bright, saturated colors and thick brushstrokes in homage to Goncharova and Van Gogh. Go to artsandactivities.com and click on this button for resources related to this article.

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This month’s Ar t Print can be described as an environmental self-por trait because the ar tist presents herself in her studio surrounded by her works of ar t. Inform students that they will be working on creating an environmental self-por trait over the next few class sessions. To begin, have students choose three environments in which to “set” their piece. Next, have them brainstorm what types of people and objects would be found in each environment. For example, if a student chooses the zoo as an environment, the list might include animals, snack vendors, trees, flowers, people, baby strollers, etc. With time remaining, have students begin sketching ideas based on one or more environments. Encourage them to incorporate items from their list in the composition. In the following class period, have students continue sketching until they decide on a particular environment. Provide students with drawing paper and pencils. After students complete the sketch, they can add color with paint or chalk pastels.

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Natalia Goncharova’s work is difficult to categorize, mainly because she worked in a variety of styles over her career and was influenced by many different artists and movements. Van Gogh, Gauguin and Matisse influenced her early work, for which she is connected to Post-Impressionism, Expressionism and Fauvism. She was also influenced by early Cubism and by the Italian Futurists. The icon paintings of her Russian homeland and the Russian peasantry connect her to Primitivism. Challenge students to examine her work through the lens of modernist breakthroughs of the early 20th centur y. Pose questions such as: How did Natalia Goncharova absorb the hallmarks of Futurism but avoid creating derivative works? Or: How did the tenets of Cubism lead Goncharova to develop a new style of abstraction called Rayonism? After students complete the research phase, challenge them to create an original painting that incorporates their new understanding of Goncharova’s “cocktail of influences.” (Taylor, Kate. “Who Was Natalia Goncharova?” The New York Sun. June 26, 2007.) 23

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Natalia Goncharova (Russian; 1881–1962). Self-Portrait with Yellow Lilies, 1907–08. Oil on canvas; 30.5" x 23". The State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia. Public Domain.

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Women Artists

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ABOUT THE ARTIST flaunting her out-of-wedlock relationship with Larionov, In 2007, a Christie’s Modern and Impressionist sale in or covering herself with offensive tattoos, Goncharova London sold a painting by a female artist for the tidy sum pushed the conventions and social mores of the day. of 4.9 million pounds ($9.8 million), and became the highHer confidence in herself and her work were boundest selling work of art by a woman artist. less; she even once compared herself to Picasso. In 1910 Picking Apples (1909) was not the work of a famous she and Larionov developed a new style of abstraction artist, such as Georgia O’Keeffe, but the Russian avant- called “Rayonism” (an outgrowth of Futurism) in which garde painter Natalia Goncharova. Virtually unknown the subject appears to be broken into planes meant to outside of Russian and art historians of 20th-centur y art, resemble rays of light. Goncharova is just as important to Russian art histor y as In addition to painting, Natalia Goncharova worked as O’Keeffe is to the American art historical narrative. an illustrator, writer, costume designer and set designer. Goncharova was born into the upper class of Czar- Her design work for the Ballet Russe remain some of ist Russian society. At 17, she enrolled at the Moscow the most original works of the 20th centur y. Always an Institute of Painting, Sculpture and Architecture. innovator, Goncharova reworked some of her Initially she studied sculpture, but eventually first ballet and opera designs in later years changed her focus to painting. In 1900 to reflect her changing aesthetic. she met the man who would be her Although Goncharova’s fell into lifelong companion and frequent obscurity, her works were rediscollaborator, Mikhail Larionov. covered in the 1970s. If auction Goncharova is just She and Larionov were leaders prices are any indication of an of the Russian avant-garde until artist’s worth, then Natalia Gonas important to Russian art their relocation to Paris in 1915. charova is an artist due for a “In the years leading up to the renaissance. history as Georgia O’Keeffe First World War they were among the most prominent figures in RusABOUT THE ARTWORK is to the American art sian avant-garde art, taking part Self-Portrait with Yellow Lilies in and often helping to organize a (1907), an example of Goncharohistorical narrative. series of major exhibitions in Mosva’s early work, reflects the influcow.” (www.nysun.com/arts/who-wasences of Paul Gauguin, Vincent van natalia-goncharova/57312/) Gogh and Henri Matisse. At 32, her one-woman exhibit in Moscow The artist depicts herself in a tight made her an overnight success, earning her the visual space. The chair and paintings in the moniker “the suffragist of Russian painting.” background recall Van Gogh’s Bedroom in Arles, but Goncharova’s early work has been called primitivist, but the lush brushstrokes make a deeper connection to the a blending of influences with her own aesthetic makes it Dutch painter. The thick contouring seems connected to difficult to place her in any one stylistic box. Post-Impres- Gauguin; her arbitrar y color a nod to Matisse. She stares sionism, Cubism, Fauvism, Russian folk art and Russian confidently at the viewer, holding a flaming bouquet of icon paintings all mix together in what NY Sun journalist lilies; calm but in total control. Kate Taylor called her “cocktail of influences.” Yet her work “The figure exists in time and space, in the cycle of her avoided derivativeness. “She masterfully melded the French own paintings on the back wall and of the flowers that have Fauves’ bold use of color with the simplicity and emphatic been cut. She is between the rough geometry and brushenergy of icons, luboks and peasant wood blocks ... Goncha- strokes of the paintings and the organic shapes and brilliant rova was attracted to the straightforward and the bold, but colors of the flowers.” (newyorkartworld.com) she could find subtleties in this boldness, and even her thickest Goncharova’s own words come to mind while studying expanses of paint vibrated with complexity.” (moma.org) this exquisite self-portrait: Believe in yourself more, in your Goncharova’s life and art often merged. Whether strengths and rights before mankind and God. There are no cross-dressing, displaying her painted chest in public, limits to the human will and mind. 26

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share a renovated church studio and home in Plainfield, Ind. With 50 years of experience between them, they teach clay workshops throughout the country.

What Is Mishima?

ishima is a surface decorating technique done on leatherhard clay. It is named for Mishima Pottery, made on the Japanese island of the same name. Originally a Korean technique, its use dates back to the 16th century in Japan. Shown below is one of many inlay techniques. The decoration can be as elaborate or simple as your students want to try.

Many tools can work to do this carving on leatherhard clay.

Brush wax resist onto leatherhard vessel and let it dry, while keeping the clay leatherhard. Here, a fountain pen with nib is used to carve a design through the wax into the clay surface.

Brush underglaze onto vessel, then gently wipe it off with a smooth sponge, such as a cosmetic sponge, leaving the underglaze in the carved marks of decoration. The wax resist makes it easier to gently wipe off the underglaze surrounding the decoration.

Finished vase with Mishima decoration carved when leatherhard, with underglaze colors brushed on after bisque fire. Transparent glaze is over the decoration, and additional accent glaze on handles and feet. Vase by Tracy Gamble.

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ARTS & ACTIVITIES’ comprehensive directory of sources of art and craft supplies and equipment, schools, publications and services ... a ready reference for teachers, administrators and purchasing agents. Telephone numbers and websites shown with listings provide prompt access for inquiries, orders and special requests. Be sure to say you found them in Arts & Activities magazine!

A Aardvark Clay & Supplies 714-541-4157 www.aardvarkclay.com CE SP Academy of Art University 800-544-2787 www.academyart.edu SH Activa Products, Inc. 877-970-0832 www.activaproducts.com CE HC SH SP Aftosa 800-231-0397 www.aftosa.com CE DE Alfred University 607-871-2412 www.alfred.edu SH AMACO/Brent 800-374-1600 www.amaco.com BR CE CT FN HC SA SH SP CODES AB Airbrush* AD Adhesives/Fixatives AV Audio Visual/DVDs/Videos BR Brushes CA Calligraphy* CE Ceramics* CO Computers*/Software CT Cutting Instruments CY Crayons DE Display/Exhibit Fixtures DG Drawing* DR Drafting* DS Dispensers/Containers DY Dye/Batik* EP Easels/Palettes FD Fundraising* FI Fabrics/Fibers FN Furniture/Equipment FR Frames/Mats* GR Graphic* HC Hobby/Craft* JM Jewelry/Metal* LO Looms/Weaving* LT Leathercraft* PB Publishers/Art Reproductions PC Paper/Canvas PH Photography* PR Printmaking* PS Pastels PT Paints/Pigments RS Rubber Stamps* SA Safety Equipment* SG Stained Glass* SH Schools/Workshops SP Sculpture* *Equipment and supplies

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American Academy of Equine Art 859-281-6031 www.aaea.net SH American Ceramic Supply Co. 866-535-2651 www.americanceramics.com AB AD BR CE CT HC JM PT RS SA SG SH SP Amon Carter Museum 817-989-5067 www.cartermuseum.org DE Ampersand Art Supply 800-822-1939 www.ampersandart.com CE DG FI FN HC JM LO PH PR SG SH SP Armada Art, Inc. 800-435-0601 www.armadaart.com BR CT HC Armory Art Center 561-832-1776 www.armoryart.org CE DG JM SP Arnold Grummer’s Paper Making 800-453-1485 www.arnoldgrummer.com HC RS Arrowmont Sch. of Arts/Crafts 865-436-5860 www.arrowmont.org SH Art Boards 800-546-7985 www.art-boards.com EP FN PR The Art & Creative Materials Inst www.acminet.org SH Art Image Publications 800-361-2598 www.artimagepublications.com PB Art Institute of Southern Cal. 949-376-6000 www.artinstitutes.edu SH Artisan 800-331-6375 www.artisan-santafe.com BR EP FN FR HC PC PS PT SH Art New England Workshops 617-250-1040 www.artnewengland.com SH

Artrage www.artrage.com GR Arts Attack 888-760-ARTS www.artsattack.com AV Art Shop Therapy 612-234-5013 www.artshoptherapy.com AV PB Artsonia 800-869-9974 www.artsonia.com AV DE SH A.R.T. Studio Clay Co. 800-323-0212 www.artclay.com AB CE SP Art Supplies Wholesale 800-462-2420 www.allartsupplies.com BR CY DG EP FR PC PR PS PT Art Teacher on the Net 858-453-2278 www.artmuseums.com DE DG HC PB PH PS PT SH Art to Remember 800-895-8777 www.arttoremember.com FD HC Art Trek 415-868-9558 www.arttreks.com SH ArtWare By You 973-509-7736 www.artwarebyyou.com FD Aves Studio 800-261-AVES www.avesstudio.com CE HC SP A.W.T. World Trade, Inc. 773-777-7100 www.awt-gpi.com FN Axner Pottery Supply 800-843-7057 www.axner.com AB AV CE FD FN HC JM PT SH SP

The Art of Education www.theartofed.com SH

Badge-A-Minit Ltd 800-223-4103 www.badgeaminit.com HC

Artograph, Inc. 888-975-9555 www.artograph.com AV DG DR FD FN HC JM PH

Bags Unlimited 800-767-2247 www.bagsunlimited.com AV FR PH

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Bailey Ceramic Supply 800-431-6067 www.baileypottery.com AB AV BR CE FN HC SA SP Baltimore Clayworks 410-578-1919 www.baltimoreclayworks.org CE SH Bamboo Tools 604-723-2900 www.bambootools.com BR CE CT Belvedere Ceramic Arts 970-264-1049 www.belvedereceramicarts.com SH BigCeramicStore.com 888-513-5303 www.bigceramicstore.com AB BR CE HC JM PR RS SP Birdcage Books 650-424-1701 www.birdcagebooks.com PB Bisque Imports 888-568-5991 www.bisqueimports.com CE SH SP Blick Art Materials 800-447-8192 www.dickblick.com AB AD AV BR CA CE CO CT CY DE DG DR DS DY EP FD FI FN FR GR HC JM LO LT PC PH PR PS PT RS SA SG SP Bluebird Mfg. Inc. 970-484-3243 CE FN HC SP Boston Univ. School of Visual Arts 866-347-6876 www.bu.edu/cfa/visual-arts SH Bracker’s Good Earth Clays, Inc. 888-822-1982 www.brackers.com CE DS HC Brent Pottery Equipment 800-374-1600 www.brentwheels.com CE FN Bright Ring Publishing Inc. 800-480-4278 www.brightring.com PB

C Canson Inc. 800-628-9283 www.canson.com PC

Carbondale Clay Center 970-963-2529 www.carbondaleclay.org CE SH

Clay Stamps from Socwell LLC 608-295-1415 www.4clay.com CE JM RS

Cress Mfg. Co. 800-423-4584 www.cressmfg.com CE SP

Evenheat Kiln 989-856-2281 www.evenheat-kiln.com CE SP

Carolina Clay Connection 704-376-7221 www.carolinaclay.com CE HC SH

Clay Times 800-356-2529 www.claytimes.com PB

Crizmac Art & Cultural Ed. Matls. 520-323-8555 www.crizmac.com FI PB SH

Excel, Div. of AMACO 800-374-1600 FN

Ceramic Supply Chicago 847-425-1900 www.ceramicsupplychicago.com BR CE

Clear Bags 916-933-4700 www.clearbags.com DS

Crystal Productions 800-255-8629 www.crystalproductions.com AV DE PB

Chavant, Inc. 732-751-0003 www.chavant.com SP

ColArt Americas, Inc. 800-445-4278 www.colart.com AD BR CA CY DG EP HC PC PS PT

Chesapeake Ceramics LLC 800-962-9655 www.ceramicschoolsupply.com CE

The Color Wheel Co. 541-929-7526 www.colorwheelco.com AV HC PT

Daler-Rowney, USA 609-655-5252 www.daler-rowney.com BR DG EP FN GR HC PC PR PS PT SH

Chicago Canvas & Supply 773-478-5700 www.chicagocanvas.com DY FI

Columbus College of Art & Design www.ccad.edu SH

D’Ambruoso Studios 203-758-9660 www.dambruosostudios.com SH

Chroma Inc. 800-257-8278 www.chromaonline.com PT Clay Mat 559-360-9770 www.claymat.com CE Clay Planet 800-443-CLAY www.clay-planet.com CE FN PT SP

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The Compleat Sculptor, Inc. 800-972-8578 www.sculpt.com AD CE DY HC JM SH SP

F Faber-Castell USA 800-642-2288 www.faber-castellusa.com CY DG HC PS

Fasteners4schools.com 800-876-9922 www.fasteners4schools.com AD CT HC Faust Ink, Inc. 908-276-6555 www.faustink.com PR PT

Debcor, Inc. 708-333-2191 CE FN

Fiskars 866-348-5661 www.fiskars.com CT HC

Concordia Univ. 888-628-9472 www.cuw.edu SH

Delphi 888-281-5780 www.delphiglass.com/teach AD HC JM SG SH

Florida Clay Art Co. 407-330-1116 www.flclay.com AB CE HC RS SA SH SP

Conrad Machine Co. 231-893-7455 www.conradmachine.com FN GR PR

Discount School Supply 831-333-2549 www.discountschoolsupply.com AD BR CY DG EP FN HC PC PT SH

Flourish Company 800-296-0049 www.meshpanels.com DE FI

Continental Clay Co. 800-432-CLAY www.continentalclay.com AB AD BR CE DS FN HC JM PC PT RS SA SH SP

Dixon Ticonderoga Co./Prang www.prang.com CY DG PS PT

FM Brush Co. 718-821-5939 www.fmbrush.com BR

Copic Markers www.copicmarker.com AB DG DR Corcoran Coll. Art & Design 202-639-1783 www.corcoran.org SH Core Learning Inc. 800-399-0695 www.corelearningonline.com CO GR PB Cornell Studio 937-454-0357 www.cornellstudiosupply.com CE Coyote Creek Productions 760-731-3184 www.coycreek.com AV Crayola 800-272-9652 www.crayola.com CY DG HC PT SP Createx Colors 800-243-2712 www.createxcolors.com AB HC PT Creative Paperclay Co., Inc. 805-484-6648 www.paperclay.com CE SP

Dry Creek Pottery 817-578-1563 www.drycreekpottery.com CE HC SH

The Folding Art Horse 909-596-2180 www.thefoldingarthorse.com FN

Frame Fit Co. 800-523-3693 www.framefit.com FR

Earl Phelps Publishing 216-752-4938 www.phelpspublishing.com DG HC PB

F & W North Light Book Club 800-448-0915 www.fwmedia.com PB

Earth Guild 800-327-8448 www.earthguild.com AD BR CA CT DY FI HC LO LT PT SA SP

Ed Hoy’s International 800-323-5668 www.edhoy.com AD BR CE CT DE HC JM PT SA SG SH SP

Geil Kilns 714-847-6135 www.kilns.com CE SH Gelli Arts 800-580-4198 www.gelliarts.com HC PR

Elmer’s Products, Inc. 888-435-6377 www.elmers.com AD HC

General Pencil Co. 800-537-0734 www.generalpencil.com CY DG DR HC PS

Euclid’s Elements 800-296-5456 www.euclids.com CE FN

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Getty Trust Publications 800-223-3431 www.getty.edu PB SH Giffin Tec Inc. 800-445-2997 www.giffingrip.com CE

iLoveToCreate, Duncan Ent. Co. 800-438-6226 www.ilovetocreate.com AD BR CE DY HC JM PC PT SH

Glue Dots Int’l (GDI) 888-688-7131 www.gluedots.com AD HC

Incredible Art Department www.incredibleart.org PB

Gold’s Artworks 800-356-2306 www.goldsartworks.20m.com PC Golden Artist Colors 800-959-6543 www.goldenpaints.com CY PT

Inovart Inc. 800-292-7622 www.inovart.net CA CT DG EP FR HC LO PR RS Interlochen Ctr for Arts 800-681-5912 www.interlochen.org SH

Grafix 800-447-2349 www.grafixarts.com AD DG DR GR HC Graphic Chemical & Ink 800-465-7382 www.graphicchemical.com PR Graphic Display Systems 800-848-3020 www.graphicdisplaysystems.com DE Graphic Products Corp. 847-836-9600 www.gpcpapers.com PC Graphik Dimensions Ltd. 800-221-0262 www.pictureframes.com FR Great Lakes Clay 800-258-8796 www.greatclay.com AB AD AV BR CE FN HC SA SH SP Groovy Tools LLC 502-859-5070 www.groovy-tools.com CE CT HC SH SP

H Handy Art 800-236-6873 www.handyart.com AD HC PR PT Harrisville Designs/Friendly Loom 800-338-9415 www.harrisville.com FI HC LO Hash Inc. 360-750-0042 www.hash.com CO DG Haystack Mountain School of Crafts 207-348-2306 www.haystack-mtn.org SH Hemlocks Studio 828-885-2831 www.hemlocks.com SH www.ar tsandactivities.com

Jacquard Products 800-442-0455 www.jacquardproducts.com AB AD BR DG DS DY FI HC JM LT PH PR PT RS SG SH SP Jiffy Mixer 800-560-2903 www.jiffymixer.com CE PT

Krylon Products Group 216-515-7693 www.krylon.com HC PT

Midlantic Clay 856-933-0022 www.midlanticclay.com CE

L Laguna College of Art & Design 949-376-6000 www.lcad.edu SH Laguna Clay Co. 800-452-4862 www.lagunaclay.com AB AD AV BR CE FN HC PT SA SP

Lightfoot Ltd, Inc 951-693-5165 www.lightfootltd.com AV CO DG EP FN PC SA SH

Jones Publishing, Inc. 800-331-0038 www.jonespublishing.com CE HC PB JourneyEd 800-874-9001 www.journeyed.com CO DR GR

K Kids Can Press 800-265-0885 www.kidscanpress.com DG PB PR PT SP KidsKards 888-543-7527 www.kidskards.com FD Klopfenstein Art Equipment 866-899-1899 www.klopfensteinart.com FN KopyKake Ent. 800-999-5253 www.kopykake.com AB GR KQED Public Television 415-553-2298 www.kqed.org SH june 2016

Midwest Products www.midwestproducts.com HC Minn. Coll. Art/Des. Rm M105 612-874-3765 www.mcad.edu SH Minnesota Clay USA 952-884-9101 www.mnclay.com AB BR CE SA SP MKM Pottery Tools 920-830-6860 www.mkmpotterytools.com CY FN HC SP Modern Art Museum of Ft. Worth 817-738-9215 www.themodern.org SH

Liqui-Mark Corp. 800-486-9005 www.liquimark.com DG HC

Molly Hawkins’ House 888-446-6559 www.mollyhawkins.com AD BR CA CT CY DG DR DS EP GR HC JM PC PR PS PT SP

Liquitex Artist Materials 888-422-7954 www.liquitex.com AB AD GR HC PT SP

Muddy Elbows 316-281-9132 www.soldnerequipment.com CE SP

L & L Kiln Mfg., Inc. 800-750-8350 www.hotkilns.com CE HC JM SG

J&J Display 800-347-2008 www.jjdisplay.com AD DE

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Leaning Post Productions 845-496-4709 www.leaningpost.com AV CO PB

Jack Richeson & Co, Inc. 800-233-2404 www.richesonart.com AV BR DG DS EP FN HC PC PR PS PT SH SP

Krueger Pottery, Inc. 800-358-0180 www.kruegerpottery.com AD BR CE FN SH

Loew-Cornell, Inc. 201-836-7070 www.loew-cornell.com BR CE PT

M Madison Art Shop 732-961-2211 www.madisonartshop.com AB DG DR EP FR HC PC PR PT SP Makit Products Inc. 972-709-1579 www.makit.com FD HC PC PH Martin/F. Weber 215-677-5600 www.weberart.com AV BR DG EP PB PC PS PT SH Maryland Inst. College of Art 410-225-2300 www.mica.edu SH Marywood University 570-348-6207 www.marywood.edu SH Matcutter.com 800-358-6540 www.matcutter.com FR

N Nantucket Island School 508-228-9248 www.nisda.org SH Nasco Arts & Crafts 800-558-9595 www.enasco.com AB AD CE DE DG DS EP FN PC PH PR PT SA SP National Artcraft Co. 888-937-2723 www.nationalartcraft.com AB AD BR CE DE DG DS EP HC PC PS PT National Art Education Assoc. 703-860-8000 www.arteducators.org PB New Century Arts 206-284-7805 www.paperclayart.com CE SP New Mexico Clay 800-781-2529 www.nmclay.com BR CE JM SP New York University 800-771-4698 www.education.nyu.edu SH North Star Equipment 800-231-7896 www.northstarequipment.com CE FN 35

O Ohio Ceramic Supply, Inc. 800-899-4627 www.ohioceramic.com Ohio State University, Art Dept. 614-292-7183 www.art.osu.edu SH Olsen Kiln Kits 760-349-3291 www.olsenkilns.com CE SP Olympic Kilns 800-241-4400 www.greatkilns.com CE HC JM SP Oregon College of Art & Craft 503-297-5544 www.ocac.edu PR SH

Otis Coll. Art/Des. Cont. Ed/ Summer 310-665-6850 www.otis.edu SH

P Pacon Corporation 800-333-2545 www.pacon.com DG FR PC Paragon Industries, L.P. 972-288-7557 www.paragonweb.com CE SG PCF Studios, Inc. 585-229-2976 www.pcfstudios.com AV CE SH SP PCS Books www.pcsbooks.com.au PB

The Original Hi Roller 828-308-2585 www.originalhiroller.com CE

Peninsula Art School 920-868-3455 www.peninsulaschoolofart.org SH

Original Works 800-421-0020 www.originalworks.com FD

The Pennsylvania State University 814-865-6570 www.worldcampus.psu.edu SH

Orton Ceramic Foundation 614-895-2663 www.ortonceramic.com CE FN PB SA SH

Pentel of America 800-262-1127 www.pentel.com DG DR Perfectone Mold Co. 800-828-2634 www.perfectonemolds.com HC SP Peter Pugger Mfg. 707-463-1333 www.peterpugger.com CE FN Peters Valley Craft Center 973-948-5200 www.petersvalley.org SH Picasso People 716-684-0244 www.picassopeople.com SH PMC Connection 866-762-2529 www.pmcconnection.com BR HC JM Polyform Products 847-427-0020 www.sculpey.com CE HC SP Popular Ceramics 715-445-5000 www.jonespublishing.com CE Pottery Making Illustrated 614-794-5890 www.ceramicartsdaily.org CE PB

Sargent Art Inc. 800-424-3596 www.sargentart.com AB AD BR CE CY DG DS DY EP HC JM PC PS PT SG SP

Quarry Books www.quarrybooks.com PB

Savannah College of Art & Design 912-525-5000 www.scad.edu SH

Quarto Publishing www.quartoknows.com PB

School of the Art Inst. of Chicago 312-899-5100 www.artic.edu SH

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A&A ART PRINTS: WOMEN ARTISTS Goncharova, Natalia, Self-Portrait with Yellow Lilies, June, p. 23 Hoffman, Malvina, Anna Pavlova, Feb., p. 19 Jones, Lois Mailou, Mere du Senegal, Mar., p. 25 Lewis, Edmonia, Hiawatha’s Marriage, May, p. 19 Modersohn-Becker, Paula, Girl with Cat in the Birch Forest, Apr., p. 19 A&A STUDY PRINTS Bachor, Jim, Single Scoop Ice Cream Cone, May, p. 37 Kiyochika, Kobayashi, Fireflies at Ochanomizu, June, p. 45 Moche culture, Portrait Vessel, Feb., p. 37 Monet, Claude, Bridge Over a Pond of Water Lilies, Apr., p. 37 Van Gogh, Vincent, The Starry Night, (Cypresses and village), Mar., p. 43 ADVICE FOR ART TEACHERS Choice-Based Art: Diving Deep, May. p. 9 Choice-Based Art: I’m Interested in Making Artists, Mar, p. 14 Random Thoughts About Art and Education: Evaluation, Mar., p. 10 Random Thoughts About Art and Education: Uh oh, I Made a Mistake, Feb., p. 6 Stepping Stones: Children’s Books Inspire Art Projects, Feb. p. 8 Stepping Stones: Preparing For the NAEA Convention, Mar., p. 12 Stepping Stones: Recharging Your Creativity in Summertime, June, p. 8 Tried & True Tips for Art Teachers: Break Out the Brushes, Apr., p. 38 Tried & True Tips for Art Teachers: Celebrate Clay, Feb., p. 38 Tried & True Tips for Art Teachers: Drawing Inspiration, Mar, p. 50 Tried & True Tips for Art Teachers: Wrapping Up the Year, June, p. 46 Tried & True Tips for Art Teachers: 3-D Projects, May, p. 38 ALIVE AND KICKING Jason Messinger: Abstract Landscaping, Mar., p. 22 Looking at and Within Ourselves, Feb., p. 14 Sweet Treats!, May, p. 23 ART APPRECIATION/ART HISTORY Art Print: Goncharova, Natalia, Self-Portrait with Yellow Lilies, June, p. 23 Art Print: Hoffman, Malvina, Anna Pavlova, Feb., p. 19 Art Print: Jones, Lois Mailou, Mere du Senegal, Mar., p. 25 42

Art Print: Lewis, Edmonia, Hiawatha’s Marriage, May, p. 19 Art Print: Modersohn-Becker, Paula, Girl with Cat in the Birch Forest, Apr., p. 19 Study Print: Bridge Over a Pond of Water Lilies, Claude Monet, Apr., p. 37 Study Print: Fireflies at Ochanomizu, Kobayashi Kiyochika, June, p. 45 Study Print: Portrait Vessel, Moche culture Feb., p. 37 Study Print: Single Scoop Ice Cream Cone, Jim Bachor, May, p. 37 Study Print: The Starry Night (Cypresses and village), Vincent van Gogh, Mar., p. 43 ART IS AT THE CORE Gustav Klimt, Apr., p. 10 Jesus Morales, Feb., p. 10 Louise Bourgeois, June, p. 9 BUILDING A STRONG FOUNDATION Acrylic Fruit Studies, Apr. p. 12 Midterm Triptychs, Feb., p. 12 Summative Assessment Unit, June p. 10 Watercolor Still-Life Work, Mar. p. 18 Weekly Visual Journals, May p. 10 CHOICE-BASED ART Diving Deep, May. p. 9 I’m Interested in Making Artists, Mar, p. 14 CLAY: EARTHEN AND AIR-DRY Clay Flowers Bloom!, Feb., p. 18 Clay Tips from the Gamble Studio: Mark It! Clay Stamps in a Pinch, Feb., p. 30 Clay Tips from the Gamble Studio: What is Mishima?, June, p. 28 Meet Mr. Grandville! Anthropomorphic Portraits in Clay, Feb., p. 16 Metacognition and Clay: Visual Reminders of Advanced Thinking, Feb., p. 26 Piggy Pockets: An Elementary Intro to Clay, Feb., p. 23 Reliefs: Something to Scream About, May, p. 18 Stained Glass in Clay, Feb., p. 24 COLLABORATIVE PROJECTS Alive and Kicking: Jason Messinger Abstract Landscaping. Mar., p. 22 Community Connections: Animal Spirit Coloring Book, June, p. 16 Cross the Continents with Wyland: Participate in the 2016 National Mural Challenge, June, p. 12 COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS Animal Spirit Coloring Book, June, p. 16 Cross the Continents with Wyland: Participate in

the 2016 National Mural Challenge, June, p. 12 Galimotos: The Universal Joy of Problem Solving, May, p. 12 COMPUTER/DIGITAL ART Bug Art, June, p. 22 Star Wars Pop Art, Mar., p. 29 DRAWING AND PAINTING Alive and Kicking: Jason Messigner Abstract Landscaping, Mar., p. 22 Alive and Kicking: Looking at and Within Ourselves, Feb., p. 14 Architecture in the Art Room: Toppling Towers, Mar., p. 32 The Artful Germ, Apr., p. 23 Building a Strong Foundation: Acrylic Fruit Studies, Apr., p. 12 Building a Strong Foundation: Midterm Triptychs, Feb., p. 12 Building a Strong Foundation: Summative Assessment Unit, June, p. 10 Building a Strong Foundation: Watercolor Still-Life Work, Mar., p. 18 Building a Strong Foundation: Weekly Visual Journals, May, p. 10 Charcoal Portraits: Focusing on Shading and Contrast, Mar., p. 38 Double Self-Portraits in the Style of Chuck Close, Apr., p. 16 A Familiar Face: Exercise for First-time Watercolorists, Apr., p. 28 Homage to Van Gogh and Hundertwasser, Apr., p. 24 Integrating the Curriculum, Portraiture: A Study of the Greek Gods, Mar., p. 36 The Japanese Footbridge: Kindergartners Meet Monet, Apr., p. 14 Moonlit Fireflies, June, p. 14 Peering through the Porthole, June, p. 18 Ribbons and Spheres, Mar., p. 34 Star Wars Pop Art, Mar., p. 29 Things I Really Like: A Monochromatic Inventory, Apr., p. 26 ELEMENTARY (grades K-5) Alive and Kicking, Jason Messigner: Abstract Landscaping, Mar., p. 22 Alive and Kicking, Looking at and Within Ourselves, Feb., p. 14 Alive and Kicking: Sweet Treats!, May, p. 23 Architecture in the Art Room: Toppling Towers, Mar., p. 32 The Artful Germ, Apr., p. 23 Clay Flowers Bloom!, Feb., p. 18 Galimotos: The Universal Joy of Problem Solving, May, p. 12

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Homage to Van Gogh and Hundertwasser, Apr., p. 24 The Japanese Footbridge: Kindergartners Meet Monet, Apr., p. 14 Metacognition and Clay: Visual Reminders of Advanced Thinking, Feb., p. 26 Moonlit Fireflies, June, p. 14 Peering through the Porthole, June, p. 18 Piggy Pockets: An Elementary Intro to Clay, Feb., p. 23 Integrating the Curriculum, Portraiture: A Study of the Greek Gods, Mar., p. 36 Recycling Renaissance: Found-Object Faces, June, p. 20 Reliefs: Something to Scream About, May, p. 18 FORUM: THOUGHTS TO SHARE No ... Thank You!, Mar., p. 16 INTEGRATING THE CURRICULUM Alive and Kicking: Looking at and Within Ourselves, Feb., p. 14 An Artistic Skyline ... Word for Word, Mar., p. 20 Art Is at the Core: Gustav Klimt, Apr., p. 10 Art Is at the Core: Jesus Morales, Feb., p. 10 Art Is at the Core: Louise Bourgeois, June, p. 9 Portraiture: A Study of the Greek Gods, Mar., p. 36

Stained Glass in Clay, Feb., p. 24 Star Wars Pop Art, Mar., p. 29 Symbolic Salvador: Exploring Symbolism in the Works of Dali, May, p. 16 Things I Really Like: A Monochromatic Inventory, Apr., p. 26 MIXED MEDIA Alive and Kicking: Sweet Treats!, May, p. 23 Clay Flowers Bloom!, Feb., p. 18 Found-Object Faces, June, p. 20 Galimotos: The Universal Joy of Problem Solving, May, p. 12 Homage to Van Gogh and Hundertwasser, Apr., p. 24 Integrating the Curriculum: An Artistic Skyline ... Word for Word, Mar., p. 20 Meet Mr. Grandville! Anthropomorphic Portraits in Clay, Feb., p. 16 Metacognition and Clay: Visual Reminders of Advanced Thinking, Feb., p. 26 Moonlit Fireflies, June, p. 14 Ribbons and Spheres: Introduction to Still Life, Mar., p. 34 Stained Glass in Clay, Feb., p. 24 Star Wars Pop Art, Mar., p. 29 Symbolic Salvador: Exploring Symbolism in the Works of Dali, May, p. 16

MIDDLE AND SECONDARY (grades 6-12) Abstract Expressionist Foam Sculptures, May, p. 14 ON THE ART CAREER TRACK Building a Strong Foundation: Acrylic Fruit Studies, Bug Art, June, p. 22 Apr., p. 12 Building a Strong Foundation: Midterm Triptychs, PAPER/PAPIER-MACHE/COLLAGE Feb., p. 12 Alive and Kicking: Sweet Treats!, May, p. 23 Building a Strong Foundation: Summative Animal Spirit Coloring Book, June, p. 16 Assessment Unit, June, p. 10 Cardboard Cubism, May, p. 26 Building a Strong Foundation: Watercolor Still-Life Integrating the Curriculum: An Artistic Skyline ... Work, Mar., p. 18 Word for Word, Mar., p. 20 Building a Strong Foundation: Weekly Visual Letter Perfect, May, p. 28 Journals, May, p. 10 Recycling Renaissance: Found-Object Faces, Cardboard Cubism, May, p. 26 June, p. 20 Charcoal Portraits: Focusing on Shading and Reliefs: Something to Scream About, May, p. 18 Contrast, Mar., p. 38 Ribbons and Spheres: Introduction to Still Life, Community Connections: Animal Spirit Coloring Mar., p. 34 Book, June, p. 16 Things I Really Like: A Monochromatic Inventory, Double Self-Portraits in the Style of Chuck Close, Apr., p. 26 Apr., p. 16 A Familiar Face: Exercise for First-time RANDOM THOUGHTS Watercolorists, Apr., p. 28 Uh Oh, I Made a Mistake, Feb., p. 6 1 Mar., p. 10 Integrating the Curriculum: An Artistic SkylineActiva_4-15-16.indd ... Evaluation, Word for Word, Mar., p. 20 Letter Perfect, May, p. 28 READY-TO-USE RESOURCES Meet Mr. Grandville! Anthropomorphic Portraits Art Print: Goncharova, Natalia, Self-Portrait with in Clay, Feb., p. 16 Yellow Lilies, June, p. 23 On the Art Career Track: Bug Art, June, p. 22 Art Print: Hoffman, Malvina, Anna Pavlova, Ribbons and Spheres: Introduction to Still Life, Feb., p. 19 Mar., p. 34 continued on next page www.ar tsandactivities.com

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Art Print: Jones, Lois Mailou, Mere du Senegal, Mar., continued from page 43 p. 25 Art Print: Lewis, Edmonia, Hiawatha’s Marriage, May, p. 19 Art Print: Modersohn-Becker, Paula, Girl with Cat in the Birch Forest, Apr., p. 19 Study Print: Bachor, Jim, Single Scoop Ice Cream Cone, May, p. 37 Study Print: Kiyochika, Kobayashi, Fireflies at Ochanomizu, June, p. 45 Study Print: Moche culture, Portrait Vessel, Feb., p. 37 Study Print: Monet, Claude, Bridge Over a Pond of Water Lilies, Apr., p. 37 Study Print: Van Gogh, Vincent, The Starry Night, (Cypresses and village), Mar., p. 43

INDEX

RECYCLING/USING FOUND OBJECTS Galimotos: The Universal Joy of Problem Solving, May, p. 12 Integrating the Curriculum: An Artistic Skyline ... Word for Word, Mar., p. 20 Abstract Expressionist Foam Sculptures, May, p. 14

Symbolic Salvador: Exploring Symbolism in the Works of Dali, May, p. 16 Found-Object Faces, June, p. 20 Galimotos: The Universal Joy of Problem Solving, May, p. 12 Symbolic Salvador: Exploring Symbolism in the Works of Dali, May, p. 16 Cardboard Cubism, May, p. 26 STEPPING STONES Children’s Books Inspire Art Projects, Feb. p. 8 Games in Art Class, May., p. 8 Preparing for the NAEA Convention, Mar., p. 12 Setting Up Your Art Show, Apr., p. 9 Recharging Your Creativity in Summertime, June, p. 8 THREE-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN Meet Mr. Grandville! Anthropomorphic Portraits in Clay, Feb., p. 16 Clay Flowers Bloom!, Feb., p. 18 Piggy Pockets: An Elementary Intro to Clay, Feb., p. 23 Stained Glass in Clay, Feb., p. 24

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Metacognition and Clay: Visual Reminders of Advanced Thinking, Feb., p. 26 Galimotos: The Universal Joy of Problem Solving, May, p. 12 Abstract Expressionist Foam Sculptures, May, p. 14 Symbolic Salvador: Exploring Symbolism in the Works of Dali, May, p. 16 Reliefs: Something to Scream About, May, p. 18 Cardboard Cubism, May, p. 26 Letter Perfect, May, p. 28 TRIED & TRUE TIPS FOR ART TEACHERS Break Out the Brushes, Apr., p. 38 Celebrate Clay, Feb., p. 38 Drawing Inspiration, Mar, p. 50 3-D Projects, May, p. 38 Wrapping Up the Year, June, p. 46 YOUNG ARTISTS Dodder, Ashley, Apr., p. 11 AUTHORS Beckett, Marcia, Apr. p. 24 Bolinger, Sabina, Mar., p. 36 Bosley, Mary, June, p. 14 Carroll, Colleen, Feb., p. 19; Mar., p. 25; Apr., p. 19; May, p. 19; June, p. 23 Creech, Steve, June, p. 12 Fredieu, Michael, May, p. 26 Fortune, Tracy, Feb., p. 24 Flynt, Deborah, Feb., p. 16 Gamble, Tracy P., Feb., p. 14, Apr., p. 30; June, p. 28 Gearhart, Karla, Feb., p. 18 Hausman, Jerome J., Feb. p. 6; Mar., p. 10 Hinshaw, Craig, May, p. 12 Klopack, Ken, Mar., p. 20 Kohl, Gary, May, p. 16 Koonlaba, Amanda, Feb., p. 10; Apr. p. 10; June p. 9 Laurenzi, Rebekah, Mar., p. 32 Laux, David, Mar., p. 38 Lappe, Steve, Apr., p. 28 Leishear, Chrissy, Apr., p. 14; June p. 18 Lubiner, Glenda, Feb., p. 38; Mar., p. 50; Apr., p. 38; May, p. 38; June, p. 46 Masse, Don, Feb., p. 14; Mar., p. 22; May p. 23 Mazzuto, Hannah, May, p. 14 Morris, Katie, June, p. 20 O’Hanley, Heidi, Feb., p. 8; Mar., p. 12; Apr., p. 9; May, p. 8; June, p. 8 Osterer, Irv, Mar., p. 29; Apr., p. 26; June p. 22 Piccirillo, Justin, Mar., p. 16 Ratzlaff, Toni Busch, Feb., p. 23 Sands, Ian, Mar., p. 14 Skophammer, Karen, Apr., p. 23; May, p. 18; Smith, Kimberly J. B., Feb., p. 26 Speelman, Melissa, Apr., p. 16 Tarman, Rebecca, Mar., p. 34; May p. 28 Toole, Julie, May, p. 9 Waller, Kerri, June p. 16 West, Debi, Feb., p. 12; Mar., p. 18; Apr., p. 12; May p. 10; June p. 10 Yonker, Kim, Apr., p. 11 n

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Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Gift of Carl Holmes. Public Domain.

Kobayashi Kiyochika (Japanese; 1847–1915). Fireflies at Ochanomizu, c. 1880. Color woodblock print; 8.375" x 13.62".

“My talent is such that no undertaking, however vast in size ... has ever surpassed my courage.” — Peter Paul Rubens

e made it through another school year and I’m sure many of you are already thinking about projects for next year. But before you get ahead of yourself, let’s finish off the year with a bang. Here are some great tips to get organized, clean up your room, and use up all of the “stuff” you have been hoarding all year.

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Don’t Panic! “Don’t panic,” are words

of wisdom from Laura Benitez who teaches at Franklin Academy in Pembroke Pines, Fla. She admits that the end of the year is sometimes a bit stressful—trying to finish projects, clean up, get organized for next year, AND get grades in. But reflecting on

tip #3

Make It and Take It! White or black mat board scraps cut into 4" x 4" or 5" x 5" pieces make great “mini” canvases. Thelma Halloran’s students from Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School in Old Lyme, Conn., who finish their work early can use these for painting, colored pencil or oil pastels. Students love knowing they can “make it and take it” home the same day!

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ubiner

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A Time to Remember A great way to advocate for the arts and your art program is to have an end-of-the-year art show. One piece of artwork from every student can be hung, which can show a variety of media, themes, and techniques. Along with the artwork, I also hang lesson plans to show crosscurricular lessons that have rigor and

nent markers, the students can then enhance the design. And for all the large pieces of bulletin-board paper and other scrap material … “Project Runway” is a must, especially for middle- and high-school students. A theme can be given and when the designs are complete, you can have a runway show of all the new

Wrapping Up the Year the year’s successes and failures gives her a good outlook as to how to prepare for the following year. She keeps a mental log of what her K–5 students were capable of doing and is able to watch them grow throughout their elementary career.

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Write on! Cheryl Maney, Visual Arts

and Dance Curriculum Specialist from Concord, N.C., has had her middle-school and high-school teachers have students write a letter to future students. They would describe what they learned in art that year, some tips for surviving the year, their favorite project, and so on. The teachers used these letters as assessment of the current students and as introductions to the class in August for new students.

ATTENTION READERS If you would like to share some of your teaching tips, email them to: tipsforartteachers@yahoo.com

meet the state standards. At my art show I have interactive make-and-take activities, which families can work on together. Tickets are sold for each activity, which in turn buys supplies for my program. At my school we make it a true family night by adding a multicultural event and food trucks!

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Scraps are not only for the dog!

Here are some great ideas to do at the end of the year to use up all your scrap pieces of paper that have been in your recycle bin all yearlong. Torn paper collages are a great way to use up the scraps by layering the pieces to create a picture. Some themes I have used in the past are the beach, outer space and the city. Place your tissue paper scraps on a white paper and spray with water. The ink from the paper will bleed onto the white paper (a great colortheor y project, too). When the paper is dr y, the tissue paper will flake of f and leave a great abstract deign on the white paper. Using black perma-

fashions. This is a great project for cooperative learning, brainstorming, and just a lot of fun.

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Keep it Simple We all have so many art

samples at the end of the year and we all hate to store or toss them. A great idea is to take a photo of the pieces you want to keep and create a digital library for when you need it in the future. Happy birthday to Raul Duffy (June

3, 1877) , Diego Velazquez (June 5, 1599), Paul Gauguin (June 7, 1848), Christo and Jeanne Claude (June 13, 1935), Jim Dine (June 16, 1935), M.C. Escher (June 17, 1898), Antonio Gaudi (June 25, 1852) and Peter Paul Rubens (June 28, 1577). Thank you Laura, Cheryl and Thelma for your tips. n Arts & Activities Contributing Editor Glenda Lubiner (NBCT) teaches art at Franklin Academy Charter School in Pembroke Pines, Fla. She is also an adjunct professor at Broward College.

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Use the broad, flat side of the Smart Stick to make a series of stamps.

Using one end of the Smart Stick, drag paint from a central point.

Place the notched edge of the Smart Stick against the paper, then rotate it to make circular marks and arched links.

A beginner’s approach to abstract painting, inspired by the works of Wassily Kandinsky Illustrating Kandinsky’s belief that “everything starts with a dot,” this project shows how the relationship between points and lines can form the structure of an abstract painting.

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