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Ask the Experts, Episode Four: Printmaking

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Release Date: 04/02/2024

Ep. 457 - The March Mailbag: Misophonia, Failing Students, and Spiraling Curriculum show art Ep. 457 - The March Mailbag: Misophonia, Failing Students, and Spiraling Curriculum

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Amanda is back for the March mailbag today! As always, she and Tim take listener questions and share some of their best advice. The show starts with an introduction to Tim's dog rating scale and a story about Amanda's prolific baking experiences (for an art show, of course!). They discuss helping students in creative ways, moving classes outside, dealing with parents, and then close the show with a long discussion on curriculum.  Resources and Links Join the Check out the Read the Try (or !) about making art outdoors Amanda's Check out Explore See the graduate course

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Ep. 456 - The Joy of Trying Something New show art Ep. 456 - The Joy of Trying Something New

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Tim talks today about the joy of trying something new, and the importance of continued exploration of unique mediums and materials for us as art teachers. He also gives suggestions for several ideas for new art-making processes to explore, including alcohol inks, gel printing, cyanotypes, encaustic painting, and needle felting, and the show notes connect with resources that can help teachers dive into each of those processes. He closes the show with the idea that trying new things, even in small ways, can transform your artmaking environment and help with student engagement and...

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Ep. 455 - Lisa Frank: Glitter, Greed, and Art Room Nostalgia show art Ep. 455 - Lisa Frank: Glitter, Greed, and Art Room Nostalgia

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After watching the Lisa Frank: Glitter and Greed docuseries, Abby and Amanda join Tim to break down all 4 episodes and reminisce about Lisa Frank. Listen as they discuss their experiences with Lisa Frank, their thoughts on what was revealed in the show, and the nostalgia they have for art room experiences and supplies. Resources and Links Watch on Prime Video Follow and on Instagram Join the discussion on the

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From the Archives: Visual Journals and Classroom Communities show art From the Archives: Visual Journals and Classroom Communities

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In today's episode from the archives, Tim welcomes art teacher Stephanie Zeiler for a wide-ranging conversation. They begin by discussing visual journals and how they can make journals more engaging and more meaningful for students. They then talk about creating a welcoming classroom community, how we help kids find what they love, and how we can find joy in our teaching careers. Resources and Links Listen to

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Ep. 453 - The February 2025 Mailbag: Custodian Scares, Best Shoes, and Unreasonable Requests show art Ep. 453 - The February 2025 Mailbag: Custodian Scares, Best Shoes, and Unreasonable Requests

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Amanda Heyn joined Tim in Chicago to record this mailbag episode as they were preparing for the NOW Conference. As always, they take listener questions and share some of their best advice. Tim starts with stories about his favorite custodian before the conversation moves to how we can help our students experiment and how we can deal with all of the requests that come our way. Finally, they wrap up with some advice on the best (and most colorful!) shoes when you are teaching art on your feet all day. Resources and Links Join the Art of Ed Community: Are you ready for the ?

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Ep. 452 - 2025 Winter NOW Conference Preview show art Ep. 452 - 2025 Winter NOW Conference Preview

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With the 2025 Winter NOW Conference happening THIS WEEK, Janet Taylor joins Tim to talk about the highlights of the upcoming event.  This includes their excitement about everything coming the next 3 days, the wonderful keynote presentation from Carrie Mae Weems, and how teachers can make the most of their professional learning on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Join us at the NOW Conference January 31st, February 1st, and February 2nd, where we will share three days of PD that will have you inspired and excited for the rest of the school year!  Resources and Links Join the Find...

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Ep. 451 - Creating a Thriving Sketchbook Practice show art Ep. 451 - Creating a Thriving Sketchbook Practice

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Abby Houston (@abbypainterart) joins Tim today to talk about education, artmaking, and the joy of creating within a community. After discussing the beginning of her career as a teacher and art therapist, the conversation moves on to the value of a sketchbook practice and how she stays consistent with her artmaking routine. She also talks about her upcoming presentation at the NOW Conference, gives advice on how teachers can find time for artmaking, and plays a round of This or That: Sketchbook Edition. Resources and Links Follow Join the Find everything you need to know about the

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Ep. 450 - Making Connections and Building Community show art Ep. 450 - Making Connections and Building Community

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Joel Scholten joins Tim today to talk about making connections and building community among art teachers. After discussing the upcoming NOW Conference, Joel shares his experience creating artmaking presentations for the conference, his experiences with a large social media following on Instagram, and how connecting can make us all more successful as teachers. Resources and Links Follow Join the Find everything you need to know about the

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Ep. 449 - The January Mailbag: Holiday Gifts, Student Behaviors, and No-Name Artwork show art Ep. 449 - The January Mailbag: Holiday Gifts, Student Behaviors, and No-Name Artwork

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We are rolling into the new year with the January mailbag, and Amanda Heyn is back with Tim to answer listener questions and offer advice. They begin with a discussion on holiday gifts from students (or the lack thereof), then move on to a conversation on how to implement reward systems for positive behaviors. Finally, they wrap up with some talk about observations, how to deal positively with administrators, and the best ways to make sure students actually write their names on their artworks! Resources and Links Join the  

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Ep. 448 - What Type of Winter Break Art Teacher are You? show art Ep. 448 - What Type of Winter Break Art Teacher are You?

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As we approach winter break, Tim takes the opportunity to discuss the different types of art teachers and how they approach their time away from teaching. He asks the question--what type of winter break art teacher are you? An Overachiever, a Relaxation Specialist, or a Creative? He says teachers may exhibit a mix of these traits, and asks you to reflect on which type you identify with or which type you may want to be. He closes the show with book recommendations for relaxation specialists and creatives, as well as insights into how famous artists may approach their winter breaks. Resources...

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More Episodes

In the fourth episode of Ask the Experts miniseries, Candido Crespo joins Tim to talk about teaching printmaking in the art room. Answering questions from podcast listeners and the art teacher community, they discuss printmaking centers, ideas for printing with very little budget, how to create a reduction print, and so much more. 

AOEU Resources on Printmaking