K12ArtChat the Podcast
K12ArtChat the Podcast
Latest Episodes
Episode 256 – Bobby Eppleman – Navigating Connection, Chaos, and the Basics
In this episode The Creativity Department and art educator Bobby Eppleman discuss the philosophy of “giving students what they want before giving them what they need”. Explore how dialing in on student interests sparks deeper learning, helps gu...
Episode 255 – Michael Bell – Practice What you Teach
In this episode, the Creativity Department talks with artist and educator Michael Bell about how he strikes a balance between his professional career and creative practices. Including how to blend your personal creative research into your curri...
Episode 254 – Julie Carmean – Handmade Heroes: Student Art, History, & America’s 250th
In this episode, the Creativity Department talks with the Senior Programs Officer for the National Endowment for the Humanities – Julie Carmean! With America’s 250th birthday in July, Julie outlines how art educators and students can cele...
Episode 253 – Daniel Bryant – Thermostat or Thermometer? Creativity Climate Control
The temperature in the art room can change from day-to-day but, we’re not talking about how hot or cold the room is! Matt and Laura chat with returning gust Daniel Bryant to talk about his philosophy on “Setting the Thermostat” in the art room....
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...