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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

Claude Monet – Pintor impresionista francés
¿Qué vamos a hacer? Pintura inspirada en Monet. ¿Qué necesitamos? Papel, agua y servilletas, acuarelas, filtros de café y cinta adhesiva. Bienvenidos a Golden Road

Easy Ways to Bring More Art Into Your Child’s Day
Most parents know that art is good for children, but not everyone is aware of the many developmental benefits it offers. Whether they’re creating art

6 Simple Sketching Exercises for Elementary-Aged Students
Art is about expression and can be incredibly fun, especially for our youngest students in elementary school. Bringing art into classrooms through methods like arts

How Learning About Famous Artists Builds Confidence in Kids
Confidence in art doesn’t always come naturally to a child. For many young students, this self-belief is built through a broad range of art lessons

How to Teach Kids Sculpting Techniques With Clay & Playdough
Learning to sculpt with clay and playdough gives children a hands-on way to express themselves. With fun art lessons in the classroom or at home,

Why Art Is an Important Part of Elementary Education
Elementary education is where a child begins their formal learning journey. Utilizing art in the classroom as a supplementary teaching tool and teaching the subject

Art Challenges to Inspire Creativity at Home
Did you know that participating in art activities at home with your children has the potential to lead to increased feelings of well-being for the



