In a quaint room nestled within Glen Echo Park's Arcade Building, a group of young artists aged 5-8 gather every Monday from 4:30 to 6 PM for a unique after-school experience - Mathematical Art. Packed with creativity, exploration, and a touch of geometry, this class aims to enhance the understanding and appreciation of both art... Continue Reading →
If you've seen my previous posts about my awesome teen camp, the Carousel of Animals Camp, you'll already know I love papier mâché with kids! At the Deco Arts Camp at Glen Echo Park, where young artists aged 6-12 embark on an awesome week of awesome art camp, we also get to play with papier... Continue Reading →
At the Deco Arts Camp at Glen Echo, creativity knows no bounds, and self-directed artmaking takes center stage! I am thrilled to share how I have devised a unique and empowering approach to art education, allowing campers to explore their creativity freely while still benefiting from structured and guided projects. Balancing Structure and Freedom Deco... Continue Reading →
At the Deco Arts Camp, the awesome art camp for elementary-aged artists, we've added a new project this year: landscape painting. It's an opportunity for young artists to explore the beauty of historic landscapes at Glen Echo Park in Maryland. Through the art of painting, we travel back in time to the Chautauqua Era of... Continue Reading →
Hi Friends! I want to share the incredible journey my three sections of fourth-grade students embarked upon in the fascinating realm of mask making. Throughout this project, we focused on the crucial aspects of research and form, enabling the students to delve into the rich history and diverse cultural expressions of masks from around the... Continue Reading →
I recently conducted a unit integrating art and STEM through an exploration of local birds. By combining elements of play, observation, and artistic expression, this unit not only engaged the students but also fostered cross-curricular connections. To kickstart the unit, we began by making our own binoculars. Using black paper rolls and vibrant washi tape,... Continue Reading →
I want to share an exciting and engaging art project I recently conducted with my two sections of 5th grade. We delved into the world of E-Z-Cut block printing, drawing inspiration from the renowned Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai and his iconic print, "The Wave." We used teacher demos and peer learning a lot and the... Continue Reading →
In today's world, fostering environmental consciousness and promoting sustainability have become essential goals within education. At Washington Episcopal School (WES), students are actively engaged in a remarkable project that combines art, science, and nature. The entire elementary school, from second to fifth grade, is excitedly preparing for the creation of a sustainability garden. (You won't... Continue Reading →
Looking for a fun and creative way for your kids to spend their summer? Look no further than the Deco Arts Camp! This exciting summer camp, designed for children aged 6-12, offers a wide range of art activities, from silk-screen printing to Suminagshi paper decoration, color wheel paintings on canvas, ceramic sculptures, and more! Running... Continue Reading →
What did the art students at Washington Episcopal do this winter? Moroccan-inspired tiles! Grade three was inspired by the beautiful blue city of Chefchaouen and also spent time learning about different types of symmetry. The students started by learning how to roll clay through a slab roller, then cutting their tiles out to the desired... Continue Reading →
