#heartaday22: Day 19

 

Day 19 is Georgia O'Keeffe!!

(This year my #heartaday is going to explore different styles, movements, & artists!)

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#heartaday22: Day 18

Day 18 is all about Alma Thomas!! 

I am so excited to see the show at the Frist Museum in Nashville! If you're in the area you need to come! (This year my #heartaday is going to explore different styles, movements, & artists!)

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#heartaday22: Day 17

Day 17 is all about Rousseau!!

 (This year my #heartaday is going to explore different styles, movements, & artists!) 

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#heartaday22: Day 16

Day 16 is all about Kandinsky! 

(This year my #heartaday is going to explore different styles, movements, & artists!)

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Day 2 of Abstract Expressionism

 This is the second day the students worked on their abstract expressionist paintings. During the first class they used black, white, and the color of their choice (tempera).  They then were allowed to select a metallic acrylic to add into their work.  This week they had about 20 min. to "finish" their piece using at least one more color (acrylic). I think they turned out well. 

#heartaday22: Day 15

 Day 15 is Surrealism!

 This year my #heartaday is going to explore different styles, movements, & artists!

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#heartaday22: Day 14

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!

Day 14 is Minimalism! 

(This year my #heartaday is going to explore different styles, movements, & artists!) #heartaday #heartaday22 #iheartart

#heartaday22: Day 13

 Day 13 is Abstract Expressionism! 

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Sunday Devotional With Mr. E: Handling Fear

Artistic risks can be uncomfortable. We fear making the wrong choices. We fear failing. We fear making fools of ourselves. We fear what others might say. We fear change.  However, without risks.. art becomes stagnant.  When we only do what we know or are comfortable with there is little opportunity for growth.  We become "stuck".  Maybe we are afraid to deviate from what has been deemed "good" or "successful"?  Maybe we are afraid to change what we do because we've become comfortable with our media, subject matter, or process. This art life does involve failure at times.  However, failure often yields lessons that lead to great success.  We must move forward...even though we may be afraid. Handling our fear isn't getting rid of them or not being afraid, but working through our fears to find what is beyond them.

When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.

Psalm: 56:3 

Is fear preventing you from stepping out of your comfort zone? You may have a desire to get out of the pew at church and lead in some way. You may feel a need to give more than what you are use to doing. Maybe you have a desire to start a bible study group in your community.  There could be a mission trip opportunity that you are unable to shake from your heart and mind.  Maybe you have a deep desire to serve, but struggle to give up your "free" time.

 Growth usually requires us to risk something we hold tightly to that brings some sort of control and/or comfort.  We find ourselves struggling to let go and allow God to be God in our lives. We may be afraid that we might have "misheard" God. We may be concerned that there are more qualified people out there to serve in a given area.  We may fear that if we give of our time and money....that we might not have enough. The Lord knows our fears. He continues to call us to take steps of faith that we feel are risky. Our fear does not mean we are unworthy, unacceptable, or unlovable.  In Psalm 56:3, we see not the absence of fear, but the answer on how to handle our fears... "I put my trust in you."  Fear is not a sign of weakness, but an opportunity to trust God all the more.  Fear is not failure of faith, but a time to fall into the embrace of the Father and know you are safe. 

#heartaday22: Day 12

Day 12 is all about COLUMNS!! 

(This year my #heartaday is going to explore different styles, movements, & artists!) #heartaday #heartaday22 #iheartart 

More 4th Grade Abstract Expressionism

The kids have really enjoyed making these!  Had to share another group.

(see previous post for more info!)

 

#heartaday22: Day 11

 Day 11 is Futurism!

(This year my #heartaday is going to explore different styles, movements, & artists!) #heartaday #heartaday22 #iheartart

#heartaday22: Day 10

 Day 10 is Op Art!

(This year my #heartaday is going to explore different styles, movements, & artists!) #heartaday #heartaday22 #iheartart

Miro Inspired

We watched two short elementary appropriate videos on Miro & his work.  We talked about abstracting animals and looking for the shapes that make up the animals. We also reviewed the symbols Miro used in his work and discussed other symbols that might like to add. After coloring the animals and symbols with crayons, students went back to a painting station to put a watercolor wash over their picture (watered down liquid water color).

Here is the video the kids liked the best!  I kind of was worried they would think it was too weird, but the LOVED IT!!! ha ha  I'm glad my humor and 5 year olds are on the same level! 

 

#heartaday22: Day 9

Day 9 is Fauvism!

(This year my #heartaday is going to explore different styles, movements, & artists!) #heartaday #heartaday22 #iheartart

 

Abstract Expressionism: 4th Grade

We kick off the lesson we watched a short TEDed Video about Abstract Expressionism (focused on Pollock mostly).  We reviewed TINTS & SHADES.  I allowed the students to select one color to go with the emotion they were trying to convey to go with the black & white.  At the end of class I allowed them to select one metallic color to add.  I think I may allow them to use oil pastels and possibly one more color of paint to finish it off.  They are really enjoying this project/process so far!  

 

#heartaday22: Day 8

Day 8 is German Expressionism!

Eli (my son) walked by as I was making this heart... And says "that is going to give me nightmares!" Art isn't always about the pretty! (This year my #heartaday is going to explore different styles, movements, & artists!) #heartaday #heartaday22 #iheartart

 

#heartaday22: Day 7

Day 7 is Post Impressionism!

(This year my #heartaday is going to explore different styles, movements, & artists! Think of it as an art history lesson at a glance.) #heartaday #heartaday22 #iheartart

#heartaday22: Day 6

 Day 6 is Pointillism!

(This year my #heartaday is going to explore different styles, movements, & artists! Think of it as an art history lesson at a glance.) #heartaday #heartaday22 #iheartart

Sunday Devotional With Mr. E: Reach Out

I was one of eighty art teachers hired one summer to fill every elementary school in Nashville.  They hired us from different states.  They hired us from varied teaching backgrounds.  They hired us with and without art education degrees.  We were a ragtag group. At the end of the first year 30+ teachers left.  At the end of the second year 20+ teachers left.  What was causing this exodus of art educators.  I'm sure a number of reasons could be cited, but I believe deeply that it was because they did not reach out.  There is something extremely special about humbly going to someone else, sharing your needs, and seeking assistance.   It can be transformative.  It wasn't until teachers began feeling connected/supported that the retention rate stabilized. Education is best in community.  We were never meant to go it alone.  Art educators often work in isolation in their individual schools.  That need to develop a support system around you is incredibly important for the success, longevity, and enjoyment of one's career.  Support is more than just cheering each other on.......it is about encouraging one another to grow, calling out things that are questionable, and sharing our strengths(to meet the weaknesses we all possess). Sometimes though...it requires us to reach out.

And a woman was there who had been subject to bleeding for twelve years, but no one could heal her.  She came up behind him and touched the edge of his cloak, and immediately her bleeding stopped. “Who touched me?” Jesus asked.  When they all denied it, Peter said, “Master, the people are crowding and pressing against you.” But Jesus said, “Someone touched me; I know that power has gone out from me.” Then the woman, seeing that she could not go unnoticed, came trembling and fell at his feet. In the presence of all the people, she told why she had touched him and how she had been instantly healed. Then he said to her, “Daughter, your faith has healed you. Go in peace.”

Luke 8: 43-48

The Christian life can not be lived "well" in isolation.  We were not designed to go it alone.  There are those that feel fellowship, accountability, and support are not necessary. They believe they are strong enough, know enough, and good enough that they don't have a need for the church or the people of the church.  I've heard many make the statement, "I don't have to go to church to believe in God!"  While this is technically true, it misses the heart of God's message to us.  The Bible is about relationships.  God's relationship to us, our relationship to God, our relationship to each other, our relationship to the world...does this sound like we can do it all by ourselves?   We may be dysfunctional at best, but God gave us this family of believers to encourage, challenge, and support one another as we grow in faith.  We must reach out and take hold of it.  Is it perfect...no.  Will we get hurt from time to time...possibly.  However, when we step out in faith....we will be amazed at what the Lord can do. 

Reach out...and believe.

#heartaday22: Day 5

 

 

#heartaday22: Day 3

 

Day 3 is Color Field Painting! This is the art that most people go "I don't get it?!" or "I could have done that!" ...just being real art people ..don't come at me!! Haha I'm not saying I don't like it...just saying the general public often has that reaction. #heartaday #heartaday22 #iheartart

Abstracted Self Portraits: 3rd Grade

 This is a wax resist self portrait.  I will say it looks kind of freaky right now, but we are going to go back into them.  I'm sure (I HOPE!) they will be amazing!

#heartaday22: Day 2

 

Day 2 is Constructionism! (This year my #heartaday is going to explore different styles, movements, & artists! Think of it as an art history lesson at a glance.) #heartaday #heartaday22 #iheartart

#heartaday22: Day 1

 

Day 1 is Pop Art! (This year my #heartaday is going to explore different styles, movements, & artists! Think of it as an art history lesson at a glance.)

WELCOME TO #heartaday22!!!

HAPPY FEBRUARY 1st!! 

You know what that means.....#heartaday22!!!

A laid back art challenge where you create a heart each day and post it to social media.  You can use any medium, any theme, any size....IT IS ALL UP TO YOU! If you can't do every day...that's ok.  Share your hearts as often as you are able.  I started this challenge 7 years ago because I needed some motivation and accountability to create each and every day! 

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