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The 4 Key Stages in Children’s Artistic Development
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
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
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
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
Edgar Degas – French Impressionist Painter and Sculptor
Studying art in the classroom helps children express themselves, develop problem-solving abilities and build confidence. And by learning the techniques and styles of artists like
Frida Kahlo & Puppet Making – Week 4 Video
Some of the images from our July 28 event with Library on the Loose with the Hillsboro Library. We’re honored to be included with the
Golden Road Arts Overrun By Chickens to Celebrate Washington County Open Studios
Golden Road Arts Wood Sculptor and Painter Martin Conley Goes to the Birds To celebrate and promote this year’s Washington County Open Studios Tour, Hillsboro
How to Make Garland and Snowflakes With Barbara and Artey
Winter is the perfect time to introduce children to creative art projects at home. Whether it’s the symmetry of a snowflake or the intricacy of
The Beginning of Our Free Online Art Lessons
Our Founder Reviews Our First Year If you are reading this, you probably know me, and you love art and teaching art to kids. We
How to Create a Winter Scene Using Paper Pop-Ups
If you are involved in children’s art education, you will certainly understand the benefits of simplicity. Sometimes all it takes for a child to get
Using Negative Space and Making Bookmarks
Have you ever noticed how art can create a strong sense of movement with repeating patterns and shapes? The use of lines, shapes, space and
Learn Primary and Secondary Colors
Learning about colors is an integral part of a child’s development. When young kids create art at home they are introduced to primary and secondary
How to Create Art With Parallel Lines
Parallel lines are the foundation of three-dimensional (3D) art and are crucial in creating optical illusions. Allowing an artist to create shapes, patterns, movement and
How to Create Salt Paintings and Sculpt Playdough
Texture – adding a tactile element to a project – is a meaningful way to enhance art. Fundamentally, kids need art to experience firsthand the different
