Everyday Art Room podcast

Everyday Art Room

Everyday Art Room, with Nic Hahn, is a look into the world of elementary art, offering advice, stories, and ideas to improve your teaching.

Everyday Art Room, with Nic Hahn, is a look into the world of elementary art, offering advice, stories, and ideas to improve your teaching.

 

#236

Ep. 236 - Utilizing Contemporary Artists in Your Classroom

In today's episode, educator Flavia Zuñiga-West joins Candido to talk about the benefits of showing contemporary art and working with contemporary artists in your classroom. Listen as they discuss the ideas of windows, mirrors, and sliding doors, talk about ways to make art history accessible, and list some of their favorite artists to share with their students. Resources and Links ---Learn more about <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/narsisomartinez/?hl=en">Narsiso Martinez</a>, <a href= "https://nmwa.org/art/artists/chakaia-booker/">Chakia Booker</a>, and [Carmen Lomas Garza] (https://carmenlomasgarza.com/) ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/2017/09/22/18-incredible-contemporary-artists-youve-got-check/"> Incredible Contemporary Artists Your Students Will Love</a> ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/2020/01/13/how-to-connect-your-students-to-contemporary-art/"> How to Connect Your Students with Contemporary Art</a> ---Find [Flavia on Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/flaviazw_hwart/) and learn more about <a href= "https://www.addingvoices.com/">Adding Voices</a> ... Read more

28 Apr 2022

31 MINS

31:15

28 Apr 2022


#235

Ep. 235 - The Mobile Art Studio

In today's episode, AOEU Instructor April Malphurs joins Candido to discuss her mobile art studio and how she brings art to her community. Listen as they discuss the benefits of community-based education programs, how they motivate reluctant learners, and the joy that comes from teaching art outside a traditional classroom setting. Resources and Links ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/podcasts/connecting-with-the-community-ep-223/"> Connecting with the Community (Ep. 223)</a> ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/podcasts/using-art-to-help-our-community-ep-147/"> Using Art to Help Our Community (Ep. 147)</a> ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/2022/03/16/mar-6-ways-to-partner-with-the-community-for-a-successful-school-art-show/"> 6 Ways to Partner With the Community for Your Art Show</a> ---Find [April on Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/aprilmalphurs/) and on [her website] (https://aprilmalphurs.com/) ... Read more

21 Apr 2022

37 MINS

37:37

21 Apr 2022


#234

Ep. 234 - Strategies to Help ELL Students

In today's episode, Candido speaks with educator Trinity Villanueva about working with English Language Learners. Listen as they discuss celebrating language and culture, programs that help students in meaningful ways, and Trinity's best advice for teachers that work with English Language Learners.  Resources and Links ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/2022/04/13/apr-how-to-support-ell-students-to-thrive-in-the-art-room/"> How to Support ELL Students to Thrive in the Art Room</a> ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/podcasts/5-tips-for-teaching-english-language-learners-ep-143/"> 5 Tips for Teaching English Language Learners</a> ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/2018/11/14/5-strategies-to-help-your-english-language-learners/"> 5 Strategies to Help Your English Language Learners</a> ... Read more

14 Apr 2022

29 MINS

29:22

14 Apr 2022


#233

Ep. 233 - Life as a First-Year Art Teacher

In today's episode, Candido talks with his colleague JT Harris about Jt's experiences this year as a first-year art teacher. Listen as they discuss how to navigate the challenges of your first year, how to establish yourself with both students and colleagues, and why self-reflection can make you a better teacher in the long run.   Resources and Links ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/2021/12/31/dec-dear-first-year-art-teacher-advice-and-resources-from-veteran-art-teachers/"> Dear First-Year Art Teacher . . .</a> ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/2021/12/17/dec-4-lessons-learned-as-a-first-year-art-teacher-during-a-pandemic/"> 4 Lessons Learned as a First-Year Teacher During the Pandemic</a> ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/2016/09/06/10-things-need-know-first-year-teaching-elementary-art/"> 10 Things You Need to Know Your First Year of Elementary Art</a> ---View the <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V1vn0CwjYQE">First-Year Teacher's Guide on YouTube</a> ... Read more

07 Apr 2022

32 MINS

32:57

07 Apr 2022


#232

Ep. 232 - Considering Special Education and Disabilities in the Art Room

In today's episode, Candido explores the intersection between special education, disability rights, and arts education. Joining him to discuss these topics is Jenna Gabriel, a Ph.D student in arts education at VCU. Listen as they discuss their understandings of disability, our approach to special education, and how we can refine our systems to best help our special education students. Resources and Links ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/2021/05/17/may-3-ways-to-eliminate-ableist-language-in-the-art-room/"> 3 Ways to Eliminate Ableist Language in the Art Room</a> ---<a href= "https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/646508/demystifying-disability-by-emily-ladau/"> Demystifying Disability by Emily Ladau</a> ---Follow <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/antiableist.art.ed/">Jenna on Instagram</a> ... Read more

31 Mar 2022

20 MINS

20:23

31 Mar 2022


#231

Ep. 231 - Strategies for Teaching Photography

Photography—with all of its necessary equipment, knowledge, and technology—can be a difficult medium to teach. Today's episode tries to break down some of those barriers and tell you how you can bring photography to the elementary and middle school level. Listen as Sarah DeKett joins Candido to talk about organization, lessons, creativity, and how she started a photography program without a budget.  Resources and Links ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/2022/01/19/three-refreshing-ways-to-bring-photography-into-any-art-class/"> How to Bring Photography Into Any Art Class</a> ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/2018/03/07/march-fun-photo-projects-middle-schoolers/"> 2 Engaging Projects for Beginning Photography Students</a> ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/2018/06/15/how-to-get-your-students-thinking-deeply-with-photography/"> How to Get Your Students Thinking Deeply With Photography</a> --- [View Sarah's Photography Classroom Website] (http://dekettdigitalphoto.weebly.com/) ... Read more

24 Mar 2022

27 MINS

27:40

24 Mar 2022


#230

Ep. 230 - The Importance of Being Resourceful

In today's episode, Candido welcomes Jess Karr to the show as they talk about how important it is to be resourceful as an art teacher. Listen as they share some ideas and experiences with resourcefulness and also talk about LEGO in the art room, their ideal setup with centers, and how to embrace working with what you have.  Resources and Links ---Follow [Jess on Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/jesskarrart/) ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/2021/07/05/july-how-to-embrace-limitations-to-tap-into-creativity-with-your-students/"> How to Embrace Limitations to Tap Into Creativity</a> ---Listen to <a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/podcasts/connecting-with-the-community-ep-223/"> Ep. 223 with Levar Robinson</a> ---See AOEU's <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOnl7ms2dDU">IG Live episode with LEGO artist Ekow Nimako</a> ... Read more

17 Mar 2022

29 MINS

29:52

17 Mar 2022


#229

Ep. 229 - How to Bring NFTs Into Your Classroom

Following his presentation about NFTs at the NOW Conference, Candido uses this episode to dive a little deeper into the topic and how we can teach about NFTs in the art room. Fellow art teacher John Hansen joins him today to talk about how we can explain NFTs easily, the research we should do as teachers, and a great lesson that can show your students what they need to know.  Resources and Links ---Follow [John on Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/mrhansen_art/) ---Check out <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/p/CF_Cj9CnV1g/">Candido's Monster Squad post</a> ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/2021/06/23/june-whats-the-deal-with-nfts/"> A Brief Look at NFTs and How They Fit in the Art Room</a> ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/2018/01/25/means-lifelong-learner/">What it Means to be a Lifelong Learner</a> ... Read more

10 Mar 2022

31 MINS

31:20

10 Mar 2022


#228

Ep. 228 - Discussing Digital Art and Technology

Following her incredibly popular NOW Conference presentation, Khadesia Latimer joins Candido today for a discussion of all things tech-related in the art room. Listen as they discuss their favorite apps for artmaking, how we can make technology more accessible, and how digital art can empower students to find their voice.  Resources and Links ---Follow [Khadesia on Instagram] (https://instagram.com/thebusybrushes) ---Listen to <a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/podcasts/learning-with-procreate-ep-302/"> Art Ed Radio with Lauren Yates-Jones from Procreate</a> ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/2022/01/21/jan-easy-ways-to-get-started-with-procreate-in-the-art-room/"> Easy Ways to Get Started with Procreate</a> ... Read more

03 Mar 2022

27 MINS

27:10

03 Mar 2022


#227

Ep. 227 - Why We Need to Appreciate Each Other

Teacher morale and appreciation are at a complicated crossroads right now, in the midst of another very difficult year of teaching. We may not be able to fix the problems teachers face, but we can do some things to make the situation better. Candido is joined today by Jonathan Juravich to discuss why we need to appreciate our colleagues, how we can improve morale in our buildings, and why recognition is such a powerful tool.  Resources and Links ---Find all of <a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/author/jonathan-juravich/">Jonathan's articles for AOEU</a> --- [Follow Jonathan on Twitter] (https://twitter.com/jjuravich?lang=en) ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/podcasts/favorite-teacher-portraits-ep-267/"> Episode 267 with Jessica Provow: Favorite Teacher Portraits</a> ... Read more

24 Feb 2022

34 MINS

34:51

24 Feb 2022


#226

Ep. 226 - Examining Your Teaching and Your Pedagogy

Self-reflection is a valuable tool for every teacher. In today's episode, Candido discusses how self-reflection has benefitted his teaching. He also talks with Alisha Mernick about one way she approaches self-reflection, as well as tips for creating an inclusive classroom and what we can do to help students find their voice. Alisha describes strategies that may not be acceptable in all districts. Ensure you are following all district guidelines when implementing new strategies into your practice. Resources and Links ---Follow Alisha on <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/msmernickart/?hl=en">Instagram</a> and [Twitter] (https://twitter.com/alisha_mernick) ---View <a href= "https://substack.com/profile/19100361-alisha-maynoush-mernick">Alisha's Substack</a> ---Listen to <a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/podcasts/how-we-address-race-in-the-art-room-part-2-ep-225/"> Episode 225 of Art Ed Radio</a> ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/2016/11/28/5-ways-help-create-culturally-sensitive-classroom/"> 5 Ways to Help Create a Culturally Sensitive Classroom</a> ... Read more

17 Feb 2022

28 MINS

28:00

17 Feb 2022


#225

Ep. 225 - Practicing Resilience

Resilience is a skill we want all of our students to develop; we also, however, need to realize how important it is for ourselves as teachers. In today's episode, art educator Sydney Snyder joins Candido to talk about the importance of resilience and looking after our mental health. Listen as they discuss how we can reflect on our teaching, why we need to step away from overwork, and how we can manage uncomfortable emotions. Resources and Links ---View [Sydney's website] (https://www.justsydneysnyder.com/) and <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/sydneyteachingart/">Instagram page</a> ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/products/course/art-therapy-for-art-teachers/"> Art Therapy for Art Teachers</a> ---Listen to <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-art-of-sel/id1566628859"> The Art of SEL</a> podcast ... Read more

10 Feb 2022

30 MINS

30:44

10 Feb 2022


#224

Ep. 224 - Art Teacher Entrepreneurship

Teachers sometimes think about what other jobs they could have outside the classroom, and those thoughts are coming even more often these days. But what does it look like when an art teacher becomes an entrepreneur? In today's episode, Candido welcomes on Shana Circe to talk about her journey from the world of education to becoming a teaching artist and everything that has been involved in the adventure. Resources and Links ---View [Shana's website] (https://shanacirce.square.site/) and <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/shanacirce/">Instagram page</a> ---Umbrella Arts Academy on <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/umbrella.arts.academy/">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNz5J4R6oi9mEgLq0dXcBsw">YouTube</a>, and <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/UmbrellaArtsAcademy/">Facebook</a> ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/2018/01/29/january-art-ed-career-options/"> Five Alternative Career Options for K-12 Art Teachers</a> ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/2022/01/17/jan-3-big-considerations-for-taking-on-a-new-job-or-position/"> Three Big Considerations for Taking on a New Job or Position</a> ... Read more

03 Feb 2022

30 MINS

30:31

03 Feb 2022


#223

Ep. 223 - Connecting with the Community

Teachers are always looking for ways to connect with their communities, and today's episode will give you a plethora of ideas on how to do so. Candido is joined by Levar Robinson to talk about understanding and being a part of the community in which you teach, how to connect with families, and how to help students bring art to the spaces around them.  Resources and Links ---Follow Art by Levar on <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/artbylevar/?hl=en">Instagram</a> and [Twitter] (https://twitter.com/ArtByLevar) ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/podcasts/looking-at-ideas-for-collaboration-ep-285/"> Art Ed Radio Ep. 285--Looking at Collaboration</a> ---FLEX Lessons--<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/flex/lesson-plans/keith-haring-community-mural/">Community Mural</a> and <a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/flex/lesson-plans/community-skylines/"> Community Skylines</a> ... Read more

27 Jan 2022

30 MINS

30:49

27 Jan 2022


#222

Ep. 222 - Appropriation vs. Appreciation

In today’s episode, Candido welcomes Dr. Lori Santos to discuss the difference between appreciation and appropriation, and why that knowledge is so important. Listen as the conversation covers understanding culture, where teachers can find resources and ideas to support their work, and how we can avoid perpetuating stereotypes in the lessons we teach. Resources and Links ---Dr. Santos mentioned books by <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MR3FUAI/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1"> Anton Treuer</a> and <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082DQH27R/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1"> Tiffany Jewell</a> ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/2020/10/23/considering-cultural-appropriation-in-the-art-classroom/"> Considering Cultural Appropriation in the Art Room</a> by Janet Taylor ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/2018/09/18/how-to-avoid-cultural-appropriation-in-your-lessons/"> How to Avoid Cultural Appropriation in Your Lessons</a> by Ray Yang ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/podcasts/creating-a-culturally-responsive-curriculum-ep-129/"> Ep. 129: Creating a Culturally Responsive Curriculum</a> ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/2017/07/18/powerful-truth-appropriation-art/"> How to Deal with the Idea of Appropriation</a> by Melissa Purtee ... Read more

20 Jan 2022

28 MINS

28:05

20 Jan 2022


#221

Ep. 221 - Exploring Collaboration Through Writing

In today's episode, Candido reconnects with his high school English teacher for a fun conversation about creativity and collaboration. Listen as they discuss the benefits of collaboration, why students feel welcome in the art room, and how teachers can create the space students need to explore and develop their creative skills. Resources and Links ---Explore the <a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/packs/collaboration-in-the-art-room/"> Collaboration in the Art Room PRO Pack</a> ---<a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/podcasts/looking-at-ideas-for-collaboration-ep-285/"> Looking at Ideas for Collaboration</a> ---Follow Candido on <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/mrccrespo/">Instagram</a> and <a href= "https://twitter.com/mrccrespo">Twitter</a> ---Hear every episode of <a href= "https://theartofeducation.edu/everydayartroom/">Everyday Art Room</a> ... Read more

13 Jan 2022

25 MINS

25:27

13 Jan 2022