What Are the Different Types of Art Kids Can Create?
Barbara Mason
January 25, 2022
Art is a form of expression that enriches all our lives, whether we are creating art ourselves or experiencing a work of art. At Golden
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Barbara Mason
Meet Barbara Mason, founder and artist at Golden Road Arts. View her free art lessons, hosted events & more.
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What Are the Different Styles of Painting?
Barbara Mason
January 18, 2022
Understanding the different styles of painting is a major factor in a child’s artistic development. Whether they are creating art at home or in the
Why Is Arts and Creative Literacy Important?
Barbara Mason
January 11, 2022
For a child to develop as an artist and across all aspects of their education, arts and creative literacy cannot be underestimated. Teaching art in
The 4 Key Stages in Children’s Artistic Development
Barbara Mason
December 30, 2021
Children’s artistic development can be expected to go through some predictable stages when they are exposed to art from a young age. By introducing kids
Utagawa Hiroshige – Japanese Woodblock Printmaking
Barbara Mason
December 21, 2021
A key reason why kids need art for their development is to understand the past. And while woodblock techniques date back hundreds of years, there
Katsushika Hokusai – Japanese Woodblock Printmaking
Barbara Mason
December 16, 2021
Printmaking is a remarkable style of art for kids of all ages. This craft combines creativity, skill – and the excitement of seeing a design come
Wood Sculpting and Carving Techniques of Martin Conley
Barbara Mason
December 9, 2021
Creating art at home offers endless possibilities to explore different styles, processes and materials. Wood sculpting is one of the fun art styles that children
What Are the Different Types of Art Kids Can Create?
Barbara Mason
January 25, 2022
Art is a form of expression that enriches all our lives, whether we are creating art ourselves or experiencing a work of art. At Golden
What Are the Different Styles of Painting?
Barbara Mason
January 18, 2022
Understanding the different styles of painting is a major factor in a child’s artistic development. Whether they are creating art at home or in the
Why Is Arts and Creative Literacy Important?
Barbara Mason
January 11, 2022
For a child to develop as an artist and across all aspects of their education, arts and creative literacy cannot be underestimated. Teaching art in
The 4 Key Stages in Children’s Artistic Development
Barbara Mason
December 30, 2021
Children’s artistic development can be expected to go through some predictable stages when they are exposed to art from a young age. By introducing kids
Utagawa Hiroshige – Japanese Woodblock Printmaking
Barbara Mason
December 21, 2021
A key reason why kids need art for their development is to understand the past. And while woodblock techniques date back hundreds of years, there
Katsushika Hokusai – Japanese Woodblock Printmaking
Barbara Mason
December 16, 2021
Printmaking is a remarkable style of art for kids of all ages. This craft combines creativity, skill – and the excitement of seeing a design come
Wood Sculpting and Carving Techniques of Martin Conley
Barbara Mason
December 9, 2021
Creating art at home offers endless possibilities to explore different styles, processes and materials. Wood sculpting is one of the fun art styles that children
Free Summer Art Events for Children
Join Golden Road Arts this summer for free in-person art events and book readings at Hillsboro parks.
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We deliver free art lessons to elementary and middle school children online and at in-person events through partnerships with school districts, libraries and community organizations.
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