Online Art Courses for High School Students
One of the most common questions that I used to receive was, “How does it work to take an art class online?” And while, there are still some people that ask that question, because of COVID-19, we’re quickly figuring out how to teach EVERYTHING online. The good news for you, is that I didn’t start […]
Art Supply list for making Art at Home
A common question that I get from students and parents that are interested in taking the online AP 2D Design class and/or the online AP Drawing class, is what supplies are required? The simple answer is that I don’t require any specific supplies, but I also want to provide you with some ideas to get […]
Why deadlines in Art Matter and How to Plan
I’ve been teaching AP art courses online for 6 years and a common question that students ask, is how to break a project down into small parts so that they can make sure to complete it on time. I’ve learned that being about to create a plan and a schedule is an important life skill, […]
How to Make a Schedule, Avoid Chaos, and Still be Creative
As many parents, students, and teachers are trying to navigate what it looks like to do online a big question is how to help students plan. Online learning naturally creates more autonomy for students, which can be a good thing, if they are provided with the right information and supports. Even as adults we often […]
Online Art Classes for Home School Students
Is it okay if I don’t live in Pa? Yes, even though I teach through PA homeschoolers, it doesn’t matter where you live. As long as you have access to the internet. How much artwork do students create in this class? Students need to submit 15 digital images to the college board for their portfolio, […]
Understanding the Requirements for AP Studio Art Courses?
As you start to think about taking an AP Studio Art class, you’re trying to decide if you have the time in your schedule to create all of the needed work. Let’s take a look at what is required for the AP portfolio. The portfolio is made up of 15 digital images that you submit […]
How to practice Art while you Travel
Whether you’re homeschooling your kids or you just want to find additional inspiration while traveling, learning about artists and looking at works of art while you travel can be a great way to do both. We remember more when we’re able to make connections between what we’re seeing and our own life experiences, so what […]
3 Ways to Start Exploring Art History Today
When people discover that I offer online AP Art History and AP Art courses, they often wonder if I have anything that helps students get ready for those courses. And, for years the answer has been, no. This year, I’ve committed to creating some supports and courses (those are coming) to help students feel more […]
What is the Difference between the Scientific Method and the Creative Process?
Taking an art class is about gaining an understanding of how to use the elements and principles of design to communicate. It’s also about learning new techniques, how to use different mediums, and how to decide what medium and technique to use. When most people think of art class, they think of the latter, ie: […]
Why I teach Art Online
One of my goals this year, was to fully show up. A big part of showing up, means that I tell people what I do and why I do it. I’ve realized that a lot of people, maybe even you, don’t really know what I do. Part of this is because I have several […]