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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
by Julie | Art, Art Education, Classical Conversations, Homeschool, Podcast
Vincent van Gogh is one of the best-known artists of all time. He’s known for his unique style and strangely beautiful works and art, but also for his short, tragic life. Today we’re talking about van Gogh and what we love about his art. OR,...
by Julie | Art, Art Education, Classical Conversations, Homeschool, Podcast
Today we’re talking about one of the most famous female Impressionists: Berthe Morisot. Initially, she gave up on getting married and having kids so she could pursue her career as an artist. However, she later met a fellow artist who helped her keep painting...
by Julie | Art, Art Education, Classical Conversations, Homeschool, Podcast
Monet is probably the most famous Impressionist and he’s known for his beautiful depictions nature, particularly waterlilies. Join us as we chat about his life and his works of art. The Water Lily Pond by Claude Monet (1899) Impression, Sunrise by Claude Monet...
by Julie | Art, Art Education, Classical Conversations, Homeschool, Podcast
This unusual Impressionist didn’t enjoy plein-air painting (painting outside) or the airy natural light. Instead, he sketched and then returned to his studio to paint. He’s most famous for his paintings of ballet dancers, but he also painted everyday...
