Talking to kids about their art helps to expand their public speaking skills, articulate their emotions, and develop an appreciation for the arts. I have had the opportunity to ask kids about their artwork in various settings and in my previous visual art workshops. Previous Visual Art Workshops
"Art stimulates the imagination
Art opens the heart and mind to possibilities and fuels the imagination. Art is
a process of learning to create ourselves and experience the world in new ways.
It supports the bigger view of life: beauty, symbols, spirituality, storytelling,
and allows us to be present in the moment. Art keeps the magic alive.
Art makes you more observant
Leonardo da Vinci said, “Painting embraces all the ten functions of the eye;
that is to say, darkness, light, body and color, shape and location, distance
and closeness, motion and rest.”
Creating art helps you learn to “see” by concentrating on detail and paying more attention to your environment.
Art enhances problem-solving skills
Making art teaches that there is more than one solution to the same problem.
Art challenges our beliefs and encourages open-ended thinking that creates an
environment of creative thinking in problem solving.
Art boosts self-esteem and provides
a sense of accomplishment
We stick our kids’ artwork on the fridge to boost their self-esteem. Hanging
your latest work of art on the wall can instill the same feelings within
you.
Art reduces stress
Painting, sculpting, drawing, and photography are relaxing and rewarding
hobbies that can lower your stress levels and lead to an overall
improvement in well-being. Creating art can take your mind off life’s
many stresses, at least momentarily. It clears some head space and allows one
to focus on the good in life.
Creating art isn’t just for artists, art is for everyone! Within each of us lies a spark of creativity.
Maybe you’ve always wanted to try drawing, painting, sculpting, or fine art photography, but never had the time or opportunity to do so. With the knowledge of all the benefits artistic pursuits can provide, I hope you won’t put off exploring your artistic side any longer!"
Art is an important expression of life that documents the thoughts, experiences, and traditions of an individual. Art is the power to create a specific piece using various materials hightened by tone, volume, depth, and definition. Art is the tool for healing the mind, body and spirit. Art is the colors that glow upon the eyes of both the artist and the viewer. Art is the beauty of the human eye.
The artist frequently is engaged in a dual relationship: one with the materials used for creation; the other with the perceived audience. Allowing the audience to gather its own perspective and to find its own story.
I
believe it is truly a blessing to
be an artist. I am able to utilize that blessing, along with my formal
training and education in the visual arts component to provide services
as a teaching artist.
The ability to share this blessing is a natural
experience and thus giving me the opportunity to share my own
appreciation for the visual arts with kids.