My New Classroom!

This week has been a week of changes! I graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University finishing up my BFA in Art and minor in Education. I then had a interview on Tuesday! I was out at dinner that same night and got a call offering me the job I had interviewed for! I thought about it … Continue reading »

1st grade beaded necklaces on display!

We finally finished up my lessons on making beaded necklaces today and I was able to pick some of the necklaces that went above and beyond out for the showcase! I’m so proud of them for all their hard work and creativity. It was such a fun project for them and for me as well! … Continue reading »

My first art showcase!

I was really excited to finally display some of the most successful dream rooms from my first lesson at George Washington! I chose 5 from each of my 3 third grade classes and I think they all look wonderful together. Hopefully I will be displaying more student artwork next year! Ms. D

1st grade Clay Necklaces!

Today we finally got to paint our clay beads and pendants to make our necklaces! We learned about different types of jewelry including Navajo Indian jewelry making and Traditional African jewelry. I then told the class that we would be making jewelry of our own. I taught them how to make three shapes of beads: … Continue reading »

3rd Grade Dream Room Projects!

This project was one of my own design for my third grade class. They loved learning about two installation rooms including a kitchen made out of beads by Liza Lou and an apartment made out of cardboard by Don Lucho! They made their own blueprints and theme then we set out building our 6x 6 … Continue reading »

Marion City Art Show!

So far this semester I’ve been student teaching in Marion and have had the privilege of two placements; one at Harding HS and the other at George Washington Elementary. This past weekend was the Marion City Art Show where all of the elementaries, the middle, and high school come together to display art works selected … Continue reading »

My “i carry your heart” Show Reception!

My reception i carry your heart was a success! I was so happy to have all my friends, family, and school community come out to see my solo senior art show! There was great food provided by my amazing mother and great conversation! Here are some highlights from my reception! Chelsea