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Why Schools Need to Put the “A” Back in Education
If you’re a long-time follower of our Hillsboro-based arts program, you’ll know how much we value the importance of art in the classroom for preschool,

Art Projects for Elementary School Students
Last time we were here, we discussed art projects that were perfect for preschoolers. Today, we are going to discuss art projects that are great

Art Projects That Are Perfect for Preschoolers
Thanks for joining us again for another free lesson demonstrating how to create art at home. If you missed our last three-part series, you can

Final Revisions of a Landscape Painting With Erik Sandgren Part 3
Welcome back to this three-part series featuring one of the artists at Golden Road Arts, Oregon painter Erik Sandgren. In the previous lesson, Erik developed

Developing a Landscape Painting With Erik Sandgren Part 2
Learn how Erik Sandgren develops a painting using the re-ambiguation process. Using techniques like scraping, glazing, redrawing and reshaping, Erik opens up the picture and brings out new ideas…

Charcoal Painting With Erik Sandgren Part 1
Thanks for joining us again for another free art lesson from Golden Road Arts. Last time, Barbara Mason showed the process for making antlers –

How to Make Moose Antlers
Today we’re back for another fun and educational art project for kids. The last time we were here, Barbara Mason showed how to color and

5 Easy Art Projects for Families to Enjoy Together
As part of our foundational mission at Golden Road Arts, we are committed to inspiring young artists to unleash their creativity through our free kids’

Why Kids Who Create Art Feel More Confident in School
Children who regularly engage in artistic creation experience benefits throughout their academic life. Among the many reasons kids need art is the added confidence that

Creative Ways to Use Cardboard Boxes for Kids’ Art Projects
If you’re looking for fun, free spring & summer art activities, we have the perfect kids’ art lessons and projects for your family. Today we’ll

Top Ways That Technology Can Enhance Art Education for Kids
Modern technology is creating new opportunities for creative expression and learning. As children become familiar with digital tools they can create and experience art at

How Art Develops a Child’s Problem-Solving Skills
Children who create art from a young age develop problem-solving skills that will support them throughout their lives. At Golden Road Arts we produce free

7 Art Projects Kids Can Do at Home With Everyday Materials
Creative art lessons for kids don’t require expensive supplies or high-end materials. With common household items and a bit of imagination, children can participate in

Creative Approaches to Teaching Kids About Portraiture
Learning to create portraits is an important stage in a young artist’s development. With the right classroom art lessons, children can quickly pick up the



