K12ArtChat the Podcast
K12ArtChat the Podcast
Latest Episodes
Episode 252 – What’s the Big Idea? Teaching Art with Themes
What happens when foundational skills meet meaningful artistic exploration? In this episode, The Creativity Department explores how a theme-based approach can bring the elements of art and principles of design to life through Big Ideas and them...
Episode 251 – Dr. Elizabeth Stuart Whitehead– Program Advocacy & Building a Stronger Art Studio
Advocating for your art program can feel like a daunting task! But you don’t have to do it alone. In this episode, The Creativity Department sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Stuart Whitehead, Visual Arts Supervisor for Prince George’s County, Maryl...
Episode 250 – Andrew Dietz – Creative Confidence
What happens when the artist becomes the story? In this episode of K12ArtChat, Matt and Laura talk with author Andrew Dietz about the intersection of visual art and fiction—and why creative writing belongs in the arts. The conversation highligh...
Episode 249 – Benjamin Hoffman – Imagination to Measurable: Art Education Powered by Data
In this episode of K12ArtChat, Matt talks high school art educator Benjamin Hoffman to talk about how he uses data points in his art room to not only advocate for his program and students but also improve his curriculum! The data points Ben out...
Episode 248 – David Modler & Sam Peck – NAEA 2026 Wrap Up
In this episode of K12ArtChat, Matt is joined by returning guests David Modler and Sam Peck to debrief the NAEA 2026 Convention in Chicago. From inspiring keynotes and hands-on workshops to make-and-takes in the exhibitor hall, they share their...