Anne Carey's "STEAM Kids" is a delightful and informative compendium designed to ignite the curiosity and creativity of young minds through engaging projects that span the realms of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM). Aimed at children and educators alike, this book presents over 50 hands-on activities that seamlessly blend these disciplines, encouraging interdisciplinary … Continue reading Weekend Book Reviews: STEAM Kids: 50+ Science / Technology / Engineering / Art / Math Hands-On Projects for Kids by Anne Carey
Weekend Book Reviews: “Special Education in Canada” by Alan Edmunds
Alan Edmunds's comprehensive exploration of "Special Education in Canada" offers a deeply insightful analysis of the educational landscape for students with diverse needs across the country. Through a meticulous examination of policies, practices, and the evolving role of educators, Edmunds provides a nuanced understanding of both the successes and challenges within the Canadian special education … Continue reading Weekend Book Reviews: “Special Education in Canada” by Alan Edmunds
Bilanciare Creatività e Commercio: L’Integrazione dell’Economia nell’Educazione alle Arti e al Design
Abstract L'inclusione dell'economia nei programmi delle Arti e del Design ha suscitato un dibattito articolato all'interno della comunità educativa. Con l'evolversi dell'economia globale e l'interconnessione crescente delle industrie creative con i principi economici, comprendere le intersezioni tra economia e pratiche artistiche è più cruciale che mai. Questo articolo esplora i benefici e gli svantaggi dell'integrazione … Continue reading Bilanciare Creatività e Commercio: L’Integrazione dell’Economia nell’Educazione alle Arti e al Design
Equilibrio entre Creatividad y Comercio: La Integración de la Economía en la Educación de Artes y Diseño
Resumen La inclusión de la economía en los planes de estudio de Artes y Diseño ha generado un debate multifacético dentro de la comunidad educativa. A medida que la economía global evoluciona y las industrias creativas se entrelazan cada vez más con los principios económicos, entender las intersecciones entre la economía y las prácticas artísticas … Continue reading Equilibrio entre Creatividad y Comercio: La Integración de la Economía en la Educación de Artes y Diseño
Équilibre entre Créativité et Commerce : L’Intégration de l’Économie dans l’Éducation aux Arts et au Design
Résumé L'intégration de l'économie dans les programmes d'études en Arts et Design a suscité un débat multidimensionnel au sein de la communauté éducative. À mesure que l'économie mondiale évolue et que les industries créatives deviennent de plus en plus interconnectées avec les principes économiques, comprendre les intersections entre l'économie et les pratiques artistiques est plus … Continue reading Équilibre entre Créativité et Commerce : L’Intégration de l’Économie dans l’Éducation aux Arts et au Design
Balancing Creativity and Commerce: The Integration of Economics into Arts and Design Education
Abstract The inclusion of economics within Arts and Design curricula has sparked a multifaceted debate within the educational community. As the global economy evolves and the creative industries become increasingly interlinked with economic principles, understanding the intersections between economics and artistic practices is more crucial than ever. This paper explores the benefits and drawbacks of … Continue reading Balancing Creativity and Commerce: The Integration of Economics into Arts and Design Education
Weekend Book Reviews: “Wabi-Sabi Workshop” by Serena Barton
Serena Barton's "Wabi-Sabi Workshop" invites readers into the serene realm of wabi-sabi, a Japanese aesthetic philosophy that finds beauty in imperfection, impermanence, and the natural cycle of growth and decay. Through this book, Barton not only elucidates the essence of wabi-sabi but also offers practical guidance on how to incorporate its principles into one's artistic … Continue reading Weekend Book Reviews: “Wabi-Sabi Workshop” by Serena Barton
A New Project – Abstract, Cubism, Neo-Expressionism, or something more?
If you've read the last two posts, you know I've decided to do multiple works at the same time, in order to slow down my process and to incorporate more reflection into it. I hope that working in multiple styles and with multiple techniques / materials I will also stave off those moments of self-doubt … Continue reading A New Project – Abstract, Cubism, Neo-Expressionism, or something more?
A New Project – Sawsan’s Elephants
A few years ago I painted an elephant for my wife, Sawsan. It's her favourite painting. It forced me out of my comfort zone to paint in that style and I've wanted to return to it ever since... plans for finishing a teaching degree, relocation to another country, selling house, moving around, and finally settling … Continue reading A New Project – Sawsan’s Elephants
Compare and contrast Untitled (mirrored cubes) by Robert Morris to Bauhaus Building by Walter Gropius – An ‘Isms’ Overview
The field of modernist architecture is characterized by innovation, abstraction, and an emphasis on functionality. Both Robert Morris' Untitled (Mirrored Cubes) and Walter Gropius' Bauhaus Building are exemplary manifestations of these principles. While one is a temporary installation and the other a permanent structure, they share fundamental elements that have had a lasting impact on … Continue reading Compare and contrast Untitled (mirrored cubes) by Robert Morris to Bauhaus Building by Walter Gropius – An ‘Isms’ Overview
The New Renaissance Mindset 