A Diamond in the Rough
I spent the weekend in Providence Rhode Island, and went on a historical walk that blew my mind. It was my first time there, and notwithstanding the fact that I knew Providence was rich in American history, I had no idea how beautiful the architecture and monuments would be. …
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Proud Artist and Proud Mom
This picture says it all. The joy of sharing your creative outcome is a special moment. And Tommy Lane made just one of dozens of incredible artworks that I had a chance to view during my visit this past Friday to our school in Larchmont, NY. Our students enjoyed sharing…
Read MoreSummer Camp Highlights
Summer camps are in full swing across all school locations. Check out just some of the art that has been created in a few short weeks! Architectural Drawing (Grades 6-12) Digital Character Design (Grades 6-12) One Artwork a Day (K-2 and 3-5)
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Making Things at One River
Check out the look on this student’s face. Now, pivot to the object she created. There is something special happening at our summer camps and this is just one small example. I am such a fan of drawing and painting. But when I see a student accomplish the task of making something…
Read MoreProject Snapshot: Palette Knife Portraits
Teen Focus on Painting: Palette Knife Portraits Grades 6-12 Overview: Students create an acrylic portrait painting through painting techniques using only a palette knife. Essential Skills: Discover how to create 3 simplified values: highlights, mid-tones, & shadows. Learn how to sculpt and carve into paint to create texture. Experiment…
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Educator Showcase: Amanda Burns-Elhassouni
Tell us a little bit about you and your background. I am a realist commissioned artist, who specializes in portraits of all sorts, such as people, houses, places and pets in paintings, drawings and mixed media. Sometimes they are a traditional posed portrait, other times a special or everyday moment…
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Team Showcase: Fred Quayenortey
Tell us a little bit about you and your background. As a child I was always been interested in Cartoons and Manga, and some things never change. I’ve been drawing for as long as I can remember and that followed me through university where I received my degree in…
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Student Showcase: Charlotte T.
Tell us a little bit about your journey as a young and developing artist. I’ve always been really into digital art. I stared doing traditional art as a kid but when I got my first tablet I was really interested. It’s much more forgiving because you…
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