How to Keep a Timeline Journal (Book of Centuries)

by Julie | Inspiration

I didn’t learn a lot of history in my years in public school. Don’t get me wrong, I went to class and even earned A’s! However, I had no real interest or passion for history, so I didn’t really learn it. History felt very segmented to me. I...

How to Schedule a Year of Cartography

by Julie | Inspiration

So you’ve decided to learn geography with cartography! Congratulations! This is really exciting! You’ll be having fun and using different parts of the brain as you draw all these unique shapes while you grow familiar with the world we live in. You can find...

Does Coloring Count as Art Time?

by Julie | Art Education, Homeschool

Short Answer: Yes! There are numerous benefits to coloring- both art benefits and non-art benefits and I want to tell you about some of the most important ones. Some of these benefits are similar to the benefits of tracing, but there a few unique ones too. Before we...

5 Practical Tools for Drawing Maps

by Julie | Inspiration

In my previous blog post, I told you about the 5 main issues that seem to cause anguish for students entering Challenge A and trying to wrap their brains around drawing maps for the cartography strand. Now, I want to get more practical and give you 5 tools you can use...

Drawing in Challenge: How to Avoid Tears and Enjoy Learning

by Julie | Art, Art Education, Classical Conversations, Homeschool, Tips

Our family has been using the Classical Conversations curriculum since 2012, but this fall (2020) will be our first year in the Challenge level! As my oldest moves into 7th grade, I find myself having to re-work the way I approach school with my son. Among the many...

Audio Sample of the ACTA Book

by Julie | Art, Art Education, Podcast

We’re working on an audio copy of my book, Anyone Can Teach Art. My first try at recording the first few chapters is now available here for you! OR, Listen on:  iTunes  |  Google Play  |  Stitcher ...

Now We’re Homeschooling?

by Julie | Inspiration

(I originally posted this on Facebook. It resonated with so many people that I decided to make it available here, even though it’s not really art-related. If I can answer any homeschooling related questions for you, please contact me!) If your kids’ school...

Art Resources

by Julie | Art, Art Education, Homeschool, Tips

I love the spirit of generosity I’m seeing among so many online businesses right now. Knowing that there are a bunch of people stuck at home, feeling a little confused on how to act, and maybe a little anxious, many businesses have made extra resources free for you...

All About Art Events- Podcast #66

by Julie | Art, Podcast

OR, Listen on:  iTunes  |  Google Play  |  Stitcher  Help! I’m not sure how to listen to a podcast! ‘Art Events’ is the umbrella term I’ve given to in-person events where we create art. This includes...

Special Christmas Episode: the Incarnation of Christ- Podcast #65

by Julie | Classical Conversations, Homeschool, Inspiration, Personal, Podcast, Scripture

The birth and incarnation of Christ are often featured in great works of art- but what is the significance of the incarnation for Christians?  This week Julie and Deanna are wrapping up Season 3 of Anyone Can Teach Art with a special episode!  Instead of an art...

How to Pick out Art Supplies- Podcast #64

by Julie | Art, Art Education, FavoriteThings, Inspiration, Podcast, Products

Whether you’re buying yourself art supplies, picking out supplies for your classroom, or purchasing a gift for a fellow artist, here are some tips on how to pick which art supplies to purchase. Here are some of our favorite art supplies. A Method to the Madness...

Art Projects for Making Gifts- Podcast #63

by Julie | Art, Art Education, Homeschool, Inspiration, Podcast, Tips

We’re talking about fun art projects you can create as gifts for others. Tile Coasters Blog post about coasters: How to Make a Custom Coaster in 30 MinutesBlog post about Tracing: Tracing Is Amazing! I have A LOT to say about tracing. If you’re...