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Fun Thanksgiving Art Projects for Kids of All Ages
Welcome back to Golden Road Arts for another of our free lessons on creating art at home. And if you missed our recent post featuring
Creating Andy Goldsworthy Inspired Environmental Art
Welcome back to Golden Road Arts for another of our free art lessons for children. If you missed our last lesson, we heard from Portland
Tony Furtado – Portland Artist, Musician and Sculptor
Thank you for joining us once more in our series of free art lessons from Golden Road Arts. In our last post, we discussed why
Why Students Need Art Enrichment Activities
Art enrichment activities are designed to enhance art appreciation and understanding, as well as the practice of art. As a complement to traditional art lessons
Abstract Inspirations – How Artists Draw on the Masters
Abstract art is an exciting and vibrant style of art rich with creativity and emotion. From the shapes and colors of the Russian abstract painter
The Influence That Impressionist Art Has Today
Since its beginnings over 150 years ago, Impressionism remains a highly influential and popular style of painting. Artists like French Impressionist painter Claude Monet continue
Tips for Combining Art Literacy & Art in the Classroom
Combining art literacy and practical art lessons in the classroom enhances a child’s creative and analytical development. With a multidisciplinary approach to learning, children will
How Art-at-Home Is a Screen-Free Way to Spark Imagination
Do you know the amount of time that kids spend in front of a screen for daily recreation? According to the American Academy of Child
Free Summer Art Events for Kids Return to Hillsboro Parks
During July and August 2025, Golden Road Arts and the Hillsboro Public Library are once again teaming up to bring back the popular Art In
How to Recycle Items for Kids’ Eco-Friendly Art Projects
Part of our mission at Golden Road Arts is to teach children an appreciation for nature as well as to introduce them to the world
4 Tips for Teaching Kids About Color Theory
Did you know it’s possible to teach children as young as elementary schoolers about something as complex as color theory? Golden Road Arts works with
How Teachers Can Use 10-Minute Art Breaks to Boost Focus
While keeping students engaged can be challenging at times, teachers and researchers have found that having short periods of structured downtime (specifically called brain breaks)
How to Make Nature-Inspired Art With Kids This Spring
Spring’s colors and landscapes make it the perfect season for creating nature-inspired art. With the help of high-quality online art lessons for kids, parents and
Famous Artists Who Began Their Creative Journey as Kids
Every artist’s creative journey starts by mastering the fundamentals. Even for the most famous artists, the benefits of creating art as children can be seen
