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A curated collection of objects from my art room. Sculptures Masks Black Art An Overarching Theme After gathering 10 objects and viewing them as a united collection I noticed a reoccurring theme: culture. As an educator teaching an extremely diverse range of students it is important that the art I expose young learners to is multifaceted. This body of curated objects really emphasizes my aim to cultivate a space where young learners can build an understanding about the wor

Reflections on my enlightening journey in the MA Art Education program, paired with a detailed list of resources that inform my practice. A quote posted above the entrance to my art room. Class Reflections I entered the MA Art Ed program rather recently, this being my very first semester (Summer 26). I have taken a total of three courses: ARTEDUC6000, ARTEDUC7795, and ARTEDUC5795, which as a combination have refined both my practice and identity as an educator. ARTEDUC7795: A

Inspiring young minds in the very classroom I discovered my love for art. Kalamazoo Excelsior Newspaper Article September 2023. Portrait from MSU Graduation Photos 2021. What Led Me Here I always say becoming an art teacher was one of those things we artists call a "happy accident." I spent my last year in undergrad pregnant with a babygirl, and after graduating the only thing on my mind was having a safe delivery. One year into motherhood, I was ready to enter the work force

Creating in a sacred space, with students who resemble my younger self. Childhood Art Room. Image Retrieved from Elementary Art Teacher. My Childhood Muse As I continue to pursue my love for art and accomplish the many goals I’ve set forth, there is a specific person whom I owe the biggest thanks: Al Harris. My elementary art teacher who noticed my talents and encouraged both me and my parents to pour into them. Mr. Harris introduced me not only to the fundamentals of art, bu

My experience as an Art Educator teaching at two Title I schools. Bulletin Board outside of Lincoln International Studies Art Room. Title I Art Educator I teach elementary art in Kalamazoo, MI at two schools, about 2.5 miles from one another: Northeastern Elemenary and Lincoln International Studies Elementary. During the school year I teach about 500 students a week, 4 days at Lincoln and 1 day at Northeastern. Both elementaries are based in the Kalamazoo Public Schools distr