This week wraps up finals week at both universities that I teach at - woohoo!! Trust me, teachers love summer break just as much as the students.
Yesterday, I had a hilarious/awkward interview for a local tv station. Let's just say, I will stick to staying BEHIND the camera from now on.
One of the questions I was asked was if I prefer teaching kids, teens, college or seniors. Each age group brings something different to the table. I answered with kids and followed up by saying how important it is for kids to be exposed to the arts. Art helps them to express their personalities, they can bend the rules with their imagination, and hopefully will allow them to appreciate art when they are older.
I finished hanging an art show today for the Salvation Army - I was the judge for a contest called "Born to stand out." Kids from the city of Reading had the opportunity to participate in the contest. There was an art opening, prizes, and a chance for the winners to be displayed at a local art center.
The kids were only given crayons and paper that were donated and were asked to draw what makes them stand out.
The entries were so fun to "judge" and probably one of the hardest contests I had to pick winners for - all were unique and special.
Art is important and I encourage you to allow your kids to color outside the lines, maybe the wall....but, help them to cultivate their appreciation for art.
-Heidi
Yesterday, I had a hilarious/awkward interview for a local tv station. Let's just say, I will stick to staying BEHIND the camera from now on.
One of the questions I was asked was if I prefer teaching kids, teens, college or seniors. Each age group brings something different to the table. I answered with kids and followed up by saying how important it is for kids to be exposed to the arts. Art helps them to express their personalities, they can bend the rules with their imagination, and hopefully will allow them to appreciate art when they are older.
I finished hanging an art show today for the Salvation Army - I was the judge for a contest called "Born to stand out." Kids from the city of Reading had the opportunity to participate in the contest. There was an art opening, prizes, and a chance for the winners to be displayed at a local art center.
The kids were only given crayons and paper that were donated and were asked to draw what makes them stand out.
The entries were so fun to "judge" and probably one of the hardest contests I had to pick winners for - all were unique and special.
Art is important and I encourage you to allow your kids to color outside the lines, maybe the wall....but, help them to cultivate their appreciation for art.
-Heidi