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STEM vs. STEAM – What’s the Difference?
At Golden Road Arts in Hillsboro, we have spent years creating and delivering free home and classroom art lessons for preschool, middle school and elementary

Art Projects for Middle School Students
We have covered both art projects for preschoolers and art projects for elementary school students. Our goal was to show you how art can be

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…

Mokuhanga Woodblock Printing Demonstration Part 1
Welcome back to another art lesson from Golden Road Arts. In today’s video, Barbara Mason demonstrates the benefits of art for kids with a hands-on

Simple Printmaking Projects for Young Artists
Printmaking is an excellent activity for young artists, as it combines creativity, discovery and hands-on learning. At Golden Road Arts, we provide free printmaking lessons

Art in the Park Brings Free Summer Fun for Kids in Hillsboro
Golden Road Arts is excited to return to Hillsboro parks this summer with their popular Art in the Park program. These free summer art events

How Drawing Improves Concentration in Elementary-Aged Kids
Creative activities aren’t just fun—they play a fundamental role in encouraging concentration both at school and at home. Art lessons that inspire creativity give kids

RACC Grant Awarded for Free Summer “Art in the Park” Series
Access to art education is vital for inspiring creativity and confidence in young learners. Golden Road Arts, a non-profit organization, is dedicated to making creativity

Tips for Helping Kids Express Their Emotions Through Art
Art gives children a way to share their feelings, and a safe, structured environment can help them feel more comfortable expressing themselves. Whether through art

Mess-Free Art Projects Parents Will Appreciate
Most parents know that art is important for a child’s creativity and development, but they dread the mess that comes along with it. Mess-free art



