Celebrating the 25th Art Ed NOW Conference
Art Ed Radio
The 25th Art Ed Now Conference is happening this weekend, and Tim is joined by co-host Amanda Heyn to celebrate the milestone with a look back at some of their favorite moments from past conferences. From wild games and surprise guests to giant novelty cakes and unforgettable costumes, they share behind-the-scenes stories that reflect the joy, community, and creativity that Art Ed NOW is known for. They also discuss what’s coming up at this weekend’s event, including must-see presentations, exciting giveaways, and new ways to make art together. Whether you’re a longtime attendee or...
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Let Creativity Reign: Art Ed NOW, Teacher Hacks, and Artmaking with Joel Scholten
Art Ed Radio
Art educator Joel Scholten returns to the show for a fun, insightful conversation about longevity in teaching, embracing creativity, and making meaningful connections—in and out of the classroom. He gives a behind-the-scenes look at the hilarious promotional reels he created for the upcoming Art Ed NOW Conference, and what participants can expect from his hands-on artmaking session that starts the Main event. The conversation also dives in to practical advice for traveling art teachers, innovative cleanup strategies, and why routines are foundational to building student relationships...
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The Hottest Takes in Art Education
Art Ed Radio
Get ready for one of the spiciest episodes of Art Ed Radio yet! Tim Bogatz is joined by Amanda Heyn for a long-awaited “Hot Takes” edition, where they share their boldest, most controversial opinions about all things art education. They also read hot takes from the AOEU community, share incredible voicemails from listeners and the AOE team, and rant (lovingly) about cliché student artwork, extra credit, perspective drawing, and why you're spending way too much time worrying about glaze. Resources and Links Join the discussion over on the See the Art of Ed's Learn more about the Do...
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From the Archives: Blown Away with Momoko Schaefer
Art Ed Radio
In this episode from the archives, Tim sits down with the incredible Momo Schafer, glass artist and fan-favorite from the hit Netflix series Blown Away. Momo shares insights into her creative journey, her experience on the show, and the importance of making glassblowing more accessible and appreciated by a broader audience. Listen as they discuss some behind-the-scenes stories from the show, some ideas for helping your students appreciate what happens in a hot shop, and where to learn more about blown glass. Resources and Links
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The July Mailbag: Clay Scraps, Pacing Curriculum, and The Perfect Teacher Day
Art Ed Radio
Tim and Amanda return with the July Mailbag to answer your most pressing art ed questions! They explore creative ways to use leftover clay, how to plan project timelines, and whether AI belongs as part of your curriculum. Plus, they dive into strategies for recharging your creative energy over the summer—and wrap up with a fun look at the perfect day in the life of an art teacher. Resources and Links Join the Cassie Stephens' episode on the See the Art of Ed's
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Ep. 473 - Pushing the Boundaries with Found Object Bookmaking
Art Ed Radio
In today's episode, artist and educator Juana Meneses joins Tim to explore the art of bookmaking with found objects. Juana shares how she uses unconventional materials and found objects as powerful tools for storytelling and identity-building. Through her teaching and personal practice, she encourages students to engage deeply with their materials, embracing intuition, memory, and meaning in their creative work. The discussion also touches on AOEU's new Studio: Book Arts graduate course and Juana's upcoming Art Ed NOW presentation, two incredible opportunities to dive deeper into bookmaking!...
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Ep. 472 - Using Your Master's Degree to Move Into the Art Room
Art Ed Radio
In this episode, Tim sits down with Sarah Colvin, an educator from Michigan who is transitioning from teaching special education to the art room after completing her Master’s Degree from The Art of Education University. Sarah shares her journey of discovering her passion for art education, her decision to pursue the degree, and how the program has prepared her for her new role. She also discusses the excitement and challenges of teaching nearly 500 students, her commitment to student choice and building strong relationships, and how her current skills will translate into the art room....
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Ep. 471 - Reflections on Grading with Janet Taylor
Art Ed Radio
In today's episode of Art Ed Radio, Tim welcomes Janet Taylor back to the show for a deep and honest conversation on one of the most complex aspects of teaching: grading and assessment. Together, they reflect on how grading practices have evolved in recent years, how student motivation has shifted, and what it means to uphold integrity in your classroom while still showing compassion. Janet shares insights from her ongoing capstone research, candid thoughts on grade equity, and a discussion on "no zero" policies. If you've ever questioned the why behind your assessment approach, or struggled...
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Ep. 470 - The June Mailbag: Summer Vibes, AI Resistance, and How to Stay Creative
Art Ed Radio
In the June Mailbag episode of Art Ed Radio, Tim and Amanda start with an end-of-year discussion, complete with field day stories and a trip to Tim's backyard wildlife sanctuary. They then dive into voicemails and emails on everything from managing unsolicited classroom "donations" to resisting AI tools, as well as teaching students to think critically and creatively. The episode also includes tips on summer art prompts, clever marker organization, and ways to reflect on the year in ways that help us moving forward. And the best part? There are so many listener questions, there is a Part 2 of...
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Ep. 469 - Finding and Utilizing Creative Digital Tools
Art Ed Radio
In today's episode, Tim sits down with Oscar Keyes and Erika Ogier to explore how educators can effectively bring digital art and creative technology into their classrooms. Erika, an elementary art teacher, and Oscar, a multimedia librarian and art education faculty member, share their collaborative journey in developing a curated list of tech tools tailored to the realities of K–12 education—tools that are free, user-friendly, web-based, and login-optional. They discuss the myth of the “digital native,” emphasize the importance of foundational tech skills, and highlight how digital...
info_outlineTim 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 problem-solving.
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- Join the Art of Ed Community
- Caitlyn Thompson on Experimenting with Alcohol Inks
- 5 Remarkable Gel Printing Techniques
- Teaching with Cyanotypes
- Getting Started with Encaustics PRO Pack
- Discovering Felting FLEX Collection
- Everyday Art Room Podcasts about Needle Felting (Part 1 and Part 2)