From the Archives: Using Humor to Deal with Student Immaturity
Art Ed Radio
In this episode from the Art Ed Radio archives, Tim and former co-host Andrew begin by sharing some memorable stories of how student immaturity has reared its head in their classrooms. You won't want to miss Andrew's epic story about his magical powers, after which they discuss tips and tricks to deal with or circumvent immature and offensive behavior. And finally coming full circle, Tim and Andrew discuss ways that masterful teachers can navigate and even leverage immaturity into teachable moments to build a healthy classroom environment and strengthen rapport. Resources and Links Join the...
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How Art Teachers Can Adapt to Change
Art Ed Radio
In this episode, Tim sits down with elementary art teacher Khadesia Latimer (@thebusybrushes) to explore the biggest shifts she has seen in her 10 years in the classroom. From “learned helplessness” and declining problem-solving skills to the impact of AI and constant technology exposure, Khadesia shares both honest insights and practical strategies for helping students rebuild confidence, resilience, and independence. You’ll also hear ideas for bringing back collaboration, using picture books in powerful ways (even beyond elementary!), and why giving students more choice can be a big...
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The April Mailbag: Fast Finishers, Design Ideas, and Managing Loud Classes
Art Ed Radio
It’s time for the April mailbag! Tim and Amanda are back to answer your most pressing questions, all of which come straight from the Art of Ed Community this month. In this episode, they tackle everything from rethinking high school graphic design in the age of Canva and AI to managing very talkative elementary classes. They also share strategies for handling early finishers, supporting student creativity, and building better habits that carry all the way to high school. Plus, you’ll hear ideas for celebrating Youth Art Month, thoughts on Adobe certification, and the puppet that has become...
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The Strange and Spectacular Quest to Define Color with Author Kory Stamper
Art Ed Radio
What is color? And why is it so hard to define? In today's Art Ed Radio episode, Tim sits down with lexicographer and author Kory Stamper to explore the strange, fascinating, and often messy world of color. From dictionary definitions to commercial uses to industrial color matching, Kory shares how something we see every day is surprisingly difficult to pin down in words. She discusses how scientists, artists, and industries all approach color differently, and why humans are both wildly inconsistent and incredibly accurate when it comes to perceiving and matching color. You’ll also hear...
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The Two Timelines of an AOEU Master's Degree
Art Ed Radio
What does it really look like to earn your Master's Degree from AOEU? In this episode of Art Ed Radio, Tim sits down with two educators who took very different paths through the Master of Arts in Art Education program at The Art of Education University. One moved slowly and steadily over several years, while the other accelerated through the program in a much shorter timeframe. Through the stories of Riki Atkins and Mary Donlon, you’ll hear how earning a master’s degree can transform your teaching—whether you’re balancing family life and a full schedule or taking advantage of a season...
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Spiraling Curriculum, Sketchbooks, and Student Choice
Art Ed Radio
In today's episode of Art Ed Radio, Nadia Fernandez-Castillo joins the show to talk about how she built a strong, structured middle school art program rooted in a modern version of the Atelier model. After more than two decades in education and years of teaching middle school art, she shares how repetition, observation, sketchbook practice, and gradual student choice can work together to build both skills and confidence. The conversation explores how a spiral curriculum can make complex ideas more approachable for teachers and more effective for students. Nadia explains why she starts with the...
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From the Archives: Advocacy for Art Teachers: Planning, Prepping, and Promotion
Art Ed Radio
In this episode from the archives, Tim sits down with Jessica Stuver, a K–8 art teacher, to discuss Youth Art Month and why early advocacy is crucial for art education. Jessica shares practical strategies for celebrating student creativity, promoting the value of art programs, and making Youth Art Month meaningful for schools and communities. The conversation also explores the power of connection among art teachers, from conferences and professional learning communities (like the Art of Ed Community!) to everyday idea-sharing that helps educators stay inspired. As winter sets in, Jessica...
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The March Mailbag: NAEA Survival Tips, Art on a Cart, and Underrated Artists
Art Ed Radio
In this March mailbag episode of Art Ed Radio, Tim Bogatz is joined by Amanda Heyn to give some advice for the upcoming NAEA National Convention and answer a variety of other questions. From light topics like underrated artists to heavier discussions about career uncertainty, this episode again offers some real talk about the issues art teachers are facing right now. The episode wraps up with a look at the State of Art Ed survey, including discussions about curriculum, behavior management, and showcasing student artwork. Resources and Links Join the See all of the that Tim and Amanda...
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Dealing With Burnout as a Creative
Art Ed Radio
In today's episode of Art Ed Radio, Tim sits down with educator, author, and art teacher Erin Sponaugle to talk about art teacher burnout. Not only what it looks like, but why it hits differently in the art room, and what you can do to protect your energy without sacrificing your passion for teaching. Erin shares her experience moving from a fifth-grade classroom into art education, how she recovered from burnout herself, and why art teachers face unique challenges like invisible workload, creative decision fatigue, isolation, and the need for constant creative triage. If you’ve ever felt...
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It's Time for Arts Madness with Kyle Wood!
Art Ed Radio
What happens when you combine March Madness with art history? You get Arts Madness, a 64-artist, bracket-style tournament that transforms art history into a student-driven debate filled with upsets and passionate arguments that can engage your students. In this episode of Art Ed Radio, Tim Bogatz welcomes back Kyle Wood to talk about how his version of Arts Madness has grown from a simple bulletin board idea into a nationwide classroom tradition, and why this year might be the biggest and best tournament he's ever done. If you’ve ever struggled to get students invested in art history, this...
info_outlineIn this episode from the archives of Art Ed Radio, Tim Bogatz is joined by author and assessment expert Katie White to explore how thoughtful assessment practices can nurture a culture of creativity in the art room.
Katie shares insights from her decades in education and explains how assessment, when reimagined, can become a powerful tool for decision-making, reflection, and growth. Together, they discuss how to create safe spaces for risk-taking, why delaying criteria setting can spark deeper exploration, and how observation and conversation are just as valid as portfolios or rubrics.
Whether you’re just beginning to think about assessment or looking for new strategies to integrate it into your creative classroom, this conversation is full of practical advice and fresh perspectives.