Google Art Project
"A collaboration with some of the world’s most acclaimed art
institutions to enable people to discover and view artworks online in extraordinary
detail. Working with over 250 institutions, we have put tens of thousands of works of art
from more than 6,000 artists online. This involved taking a selection of super high
resolution images of famous artworks, as well as collating more than thirty thousand
other images into one place. It also included building 360 degree tours of individual
galleries using Street View ‘indoor’ technology. More than 45,000 objects are now available to view in high
resolution. Street View images now cover
over 60 museums, with more on the way."
Google Arts & Culture
"Google Arts & Culture features content from over 1000 leading
museums and archives who have partnered with the Google Cultural
Institute to bring the world's treasures online."
Saturday, July 30, 2016
Monday, September 16, 2013
Selected Art Websites
Some really cool websites with loads of information and pictures...
Art Cyclopedia
A great Art search engine with lots of info and images...
ArtFile
Art History, information about the styles and movements, artist biographies, timelines, and more...
Artchive
An online Fine Art gallery with fine art scans. There are more than 2,000 art scans from over 200 different artists.
Artnet
Art auction site to buy, sell, and research Fine Art & Design online. Its Art Gallery features 170,000 artworks by nearly 35,000 artists from 60 countries.
ArtWolf
An online art magazine with many useful links and information.
AskArt
Online database containing biographical information about thousands of artists, as well as book and periodical references, along with artists' auction records and images.
Comiclopedia
"An illustrated compendium of over 12,000 comic artists from around the world!"
Smart History
Smarthistory is a website that focuses on art's global history. The website has many videos and articles which cover art and cultural heritage that range from the Paleolithic to the present.
The Artists
Modern & Contemporary Visual Artists (since 1900) are represented with their portrait, biography and/or portfolio, with links to web resources for further research, with images of their artworks, articles, and if it exists, the artist's personal website.
The Art Story
The Art Story aims to demystify Modern Art (1850-1980) and further art appreciation. "Modern Art is about ideas that should be exposed to the world, and this website and the organization as a whole strive to achieve this goal" (Michael Zurakhinsky).
... and, of course, Wikipedia's Visual Arts Portal
Art Cyclopedia
A great Art search engine with lots of info and images...
ArtFile
Art History, information about the styles and movements, artist biographies, timelines, and more...
Artchive
An online Fine Art gallery with fine art scans. There are more than 2,000 art scans from over 200 different artists.
Artnet
Art auction site to buy, sell, and research Fine Art & Design online. Its Art Gallery features 170,000 artworks by nearly 35,000 artists from 60 countries.
ArtWolf
An online art magazine with many useful links and information.
AskArt
Online database containing biographical information about thousands of artists, as well as book and periodical references, along with artists' auction records and images.
Comiclopedia
"An illustrated compendium of over 12,000 comic artists from around the world!"
Smart History
Smarthistory is a website that focuses on art's global history. The website has many videos and articles which cover art and cultural heritage that range from the Paleolithic to the present.
The Artists
Modern & Contemporary Visual Artists (since 1900) are represented with their portrait, biography and/or portfolio, with links to web resources for further research, with images of their artworks, articles, and if it exists, the artist's personal website.
The Art Story
The Art Story aims to demystify Modern Art (1850-1980) and further art appreciation. "Modern Art is about ideas that should be exposed to the world, and this website and the organization as a whole strive to achieve this goal" (Michael Zurakhinsky).
... and, of course, Wikipedia's Visual Arts Portal
Saturday, September 14, 2013
Art Teacher Blogs & Websites
Here is a short list of great blogs and websites run specifically by Art teachers. Check them out and follow/bookmark if you like...
Art for Small Hands by Julie Voigt
Art is Basic by Marcia Beckett
Art of Apex High by Ian Sanders and Kimberly Sudkamp
Art is Basic by Marcia Beckett
Art of Apex High by Ian Sanders and Kimberly Sudkamp
Art Projects for Kids by Kathy Barbro
Art Teacher Resources by Shelley Deck
Art Teachers Hate Glitter (not your typical art teacher blog)
Art With Mr. E by Ted Daniel Edinger
Art Units by Frank Curkovic (Yokohama International School)
Artful Artsy Amy by Amy Zschaber
Berryart's Blog by Christy Berry
Deep Space Sparkle by Patty Palmer
Draws Attention! by Dana Castrigano
K-6 Art by Rina Vinetz
Kids Artists by Jacquelien
Lines, Dots and Doodles by Holly B.
Mrs. Brown's Art Class by Mrs. Brown
Mrs Knight's Smartest Artists by Hunter Knight
Mrs Picasso's Art Room by Denise Pannell
Once upon an Art Room by Chani
One Crayola Short by Jodi Youngman
Organized Chaos by Ms Novak
smART Class by Natalie
Student Art Guide by Amiria Gale, George Robinson-White, Maryann Darmody, Melissa Dyer-Causton
The Calvert Canvas: Adventures in Middle School by Mrs. Kamp
The Helpful Art Teacher by Rachel Wintemberg
Also, you might want to check the Blogs I follow for even more...
Sunday, August 25, 2013
Online Art Collections & Museums
Here is a list of online Art Collections and Art Museum websites:
(arranged alphabetically)
Monday, August 12, 2013
Useful Textbooks for Art Teachers
Here is a list of very useful textbooks with useful teaching/learning content and art lesson ideas
(arranged alphabetically)
* Note: links take you to either the Publisher's website or the Amazon store
200 Projects to Strengthen Your Art Skills: For Aspiring Art Students
Author: Valerie Colston
Publisher: Barron's
Price: $22
Challenging tutorials, 35 imaginative projects to complete, and tips from professional artists introduce beginning students to the building blocks of art. This profusely illustrated book teaches serious beginners the fundamental skills of graphic design as an introduction to their formal study in fine art, illustration, computer game design, interior design, animation, and virtually all other avenues in the visual arts.
Art Is Fundamental: Teaching the Elements and Principles of Art in Elementary School
Author: Eileen S. Prince
Publisher: Zephyr Press
Price: $20
This comprehensive Art curriculum can easily be integrated into any teacher's existing instruction and provides thrilling and rewarding projects for Elementary Art students, including printmaking techniques, tessellations, watercolors, calligraphic lines, organic form sculptures, and value collages. Detailed lessons build on one another in a logical progression and explore the elements of texture, color, shape, line, form, and value, and principles such as balance, unity, contrast, movement, distortion, emphasis, pattern and rhythm.
Art Lab for Kids: 52 Creative Adventures in Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Paper, and Mixed Media
Authors: Susan Schwake, Rainer Schwake
Publisher: Quarry Books
Price: $16
Art Lab for Kids features 52 art projects set into weekly lessons, beginning with drawing, moving through painting and printmaking, and then building to paper collage and mixed media. Each lesson features and relates to the work and style of contemporary artists. Lisa The labs can be used as singular projects or to build up to a year of hand-on art experiences. Colorful photos illustrate how different people using the same lesson will yield different results, exemplifying the way the lesson brings out each artist’s personal style.
The Art Teacher's Book of Lists (2nd edition)
Author: Helen D. Hume
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
Price: $33
For teachers who need accurate and updated information about the world of art, artists, and art movements, including the arts of Africa, Asia, Native America and other diverse cultures. The book is filled with tools, resources, and ideas for creating art in multiple media. The book covers topics such as architecture, drawing, painting, graphic arts, photography, digital arts, and much more.
Drawing Lab for Mixed-Media Artists: 52 Creative Exercises to Make Drawing Fun
Author: Carla Sonheim
Publisher:
Price: $16
Drawing Lab for Mixed-Media Artists offers a year's worth of assignments, projects, ideas, and techniques. It gives students a fun way to learn and gain expertise in drawing through experimentation and play. The students gain new skills and confidence, allowing them to take their work to a new level.
Dynamic Art Projects for Children
Author: Denise M. Logan
Publisher: Crystal Productions
Price: $25
The 17 projects in this book are presented in a clear and organized manner. Each activity suggests the appropriate age range; the art concepts that it encompasses; style and/or the artist being introduced; a materials list; a definition of terms; and photographic, step-by-step instructions. Abstract cityscapes, fantasy space art, Paul Klee landscapes, texture in nature, and African masks are just a few of the concepts explored. All projects include samples completed by students in the representative age group.
Exploring Art (2nd edition)
Author: Gene Mittler, Rosalind Ragans, Jean Morman Unsworth, Faye Scannell
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
Price: $176
Exploring Art gives students insights into the ways artists are inspired, and the reasons they choose particular media to realize their artistic visions. From drawing and painting to architecture, graphic design, and photography, the chapters interweave compelling lessons on elements and principles of art, art history, and criticism with opportunities for studio production.
Exploring Visual Design (4th edition)
Author: Joseph Gatto, Albert Porter, Jack Selleck
Publisher: Davis
Price: $100
A dynamic introduction to the building blocks of Art. Each chapter focuses on a different Element or Principle of Design, including: line, shape and form, balance, and movement and rhythm. Through an in-depth look into these design concepts, students learn how diverse cultures and times have used a common visual language to express their own unique perspective.
Introducing Art (2nd edition)
Author: Gene Mittler, Rosalind Ragans, Jean Morman Unsworth, Faye Scannell
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
Price: $184
Introducing Art invites students to see the ways in which artists from many cultures and eras have interpreted such subjects as nature, animals, people, places, objects, events, stories, celebrations, and fantasy. They'll learn about the elements and principles of art, as well as the media and techniques used to create art.
Understanding Art (2nd edition)
Author: Gene Mittler, Rosalind Ragans, Jean Morman Unsworth, Faye Scannell
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
Price: $182
Understanding Art takes a chronological/historical approach to art, focusing on art works from ancient to contemporary times. Students will understand how historical, political, geographical, social, and religious events shape each culture's art and makes it unique. The text blends art history with cultural and social traditions, emphasizing the role of art in everyday life. The images and content present art as historical evidence of the creative process. The traditions of Western Europe are examined along with those of China, Japan, India, Native America, and Africa.
The Visual Experience - Teacher's Edition (3rd edition)
Author: Jack Hobbs, Richard Salome, Ken Vieth
Publisher: Davis
Price: $100
A complete Visual Art curriculum that integrates Art History, Aesthetics, Criticism, and Art Production. The Teacher’s Edition does your preparation for you...
...Also, if your program is well funded, a nice series for Lower and Middle school Art (Student Books & Teacher Editions) is Pearson's Art.
Art: Teacher's Edition (G1-G8)
Author: Scott Foresman
Publisher: Pearson
Price: $80 (per grade-book)
Scott Foresman Art integrates classroom instruction, hands-on activities, and literacy-building experiences to turn on the power of art for all students. This sequential curriculum focuses on the Elements of Art and Principles of Design while introducing students to art history, visual culture, and careers in art.
* Note: Prices are only indicative. Most of the books listed above can be found used or new on Amazon or other book-selling websites at lower prices...
Wednesday, August 7, 2013
Useful Reference & History Books for Art Teachers
A selection of great reference books for any Art educator. At least some of these books should be part of every Art room or school library...
* Note: All links direct to Amazon
101 Things to Learn in Art School
Kit White, MIT Press, 2011
Art History (4th ed / combined vol.)
Marilyn Skokstad, Harry N. Abrams, 2010
Art Speak: A Guide to Contemporary Ideas, Movements & Buzzwords
Robert Atkins, Abbeville Press, 1997
Art: A History of Painting, Sculpture and Architecture
(4th ed / 2 vols)
Frederick Hartt, Harry N. Abrams, Prentice Hall, 1993
Art (Eyewitness Companions)
Robert Cumming, Dorling Kindersley, 2006
A World of Art (8th ed)
Henri M. Sayre, Pearson, 2015
Children and Their Art: Art Education for Elementary and Middle Schools (9th ed)
Michael Day, Cengage Learning, 2011
Discovering Great Artists: Hands-On Art for Children in the Styles of the Great Masters
MaryAnn F. Kohl, Bright Ring Publishing, 1997
Gardner's Art Through The Ages (15th ed)
Fred S. Kleiner, Cengage Learning, 2015
Harper Collins Dictionary of Art Terms and Techniques (2nd ed)
Ralph Mayer, HarperCollins, 1992
History of Art (6th ed)
H.W. Janson, Anthony F. Janson, Harry N. Abrams, 2001
Modern Art (3rd ed)
Sam Hunter, John Jacobus, Daniel Wheeler, Pearson, 2004
Philosophy of Art: A Contemporary Introduction
Noel Carroll, Routledge, 1998
Philosophy of the Arts: An Introduction to Aesthetics
Gordon, Graham, Routledge, 1997
Studio Thinking: The Real Benefits of Visual Arts Education
Lois Hetland, Ellen Winner, Shirley Veenema, Kimberly Sheridan, Teachers College Press, 2007
Thames and Hudson Dictionary of Art Terms (2nd ed)
Edward Lucie-Smith, Thames and Hudson, 2004
The Annotated Mona Lisa: A Crash Course in Art History from Prehistoric to Post-Modern (2nd ed)
Carol Strickland, Andrews McMeel Publishing, 2007
The 20th Century Art Book
Phaidon Press, 1999
The Art Book (new ed)
Phaidon Press, 2012
The Art Teacher’s Book of Lists (2nd ed)
Helen D. Hume, John Wiley & Sons, 2010
The Artist’s Handbook (3rd ed)
Ray Campbell Smith, DK Adult, 2009
The Artists’ Handbook of Materials and Techniques (5th ed)
Ralph Mayer, Viking Adult, 1991
The Grove Dictionary of Art (34 vol)
Jane Turner, Macmillan Ltd. Groves Dictionaries, 1996
The New Artist's Manual: The Complete Guide to Painting and Drawing Materials and Techniques
Simon Jennings, Chronicle Books, 2005
The Oxford Dictionary of Art (3rd ed)
Ian Chilvers, Oxford University Press, 2004
The Penguin Dictionary of Art & Artists (7th ed)
Peter Murray, Linda Murray, Penguin Books, 1998
The Story of Art (16th ed)
E.H. Gombrich, Phaidon Press, 1995
Understanding Comics: The Invisible Art
Scott McCloud, HarperCollins, 1994
Ways of Seeing (reprint ed)
John Berger, Penguin Books, 1990
Why We Make Art: And Why It is Taught (2nd ed)
Richard Hickman, Intellect Ltd., 2010
* Note: All links direct to Amazon
101 Things to Learn in Art School
Kit White, MIT Press, 2011
Art History (4th ed / combined vol.)
Marilyn Skokstad, Harry N. Abrams, 2010
Art Speak: A Guide to Contemporary Ideas, Movements & Buzzwords
Robert Atkins, Abbeville Press, 1997
Art: A History of Painting, Sculpture and Architecture
(4th ed / 2 vols)
Frederick Hartt, Harry N. Abrams, Prentice Hall, 1993
Art (Eyewitness Companions)
Robert Cumming, Dorling Kindersley, 2006
A World of Art (8th ed)
Henri M. Sayre, Pearson, 2015
Children and Their Art: Art Education for Elementary and Middle Schools (9th ed)
Michael Day, Cengage Learning, 2011
Discovering Great Artists: Hands-On Art for Children in the Styles of the Great Masters
MaryAnn F. Kohl, Bright Ring Publishing, 1997
Gardner's Art Through The Ages (15th ed)
Fred S. Kleiner, Cengage Learning, 2015
Harper Collins Dictionary of Art Terms and Techniques (2nd ed)
Ralph Mayer, HarperCollins, 1992
History of Art (6th ed)
H.W. Janson, Anthony F. Janson, Harry N. Abrams, 2001
Modern Art (3rd ed)
Sam Hunter, John Jacobus, Daniel Wheeler, Pearson, 2004
Philosophy of Art: A Contemporary Introduction
Noel Carroll, Routledge, 1998
Philosophy of the Arts: An Introduction to Aesthetics
Gordon, Graham, Routledge, 1997
Studio Thinking: The Real Benefits of Visual Arts Education
Lois Hetland, Ellen Winner, Shirley Veenema, Kimberly Sheridan, Teachers College Press, 2007
Thames and Hudson Dictionary of Art Terms (2nd ed)
Edward Lucie-Smith, Thames and Hudson, 2004
The Annotated Mona Lisa: A Crash Course in Art History from Prehistoric to Post-Modern (2nd ed)
Carol Strickland, Andrews McMeel Publishing, 2007
The 20th Century Art Book
Phaidon Press, 1999
The Art Book (new ed)
Phaidon Press, 2012
The Art Teacher’s Book of Lists (2nd ed)
Helen D. Hume, John Wiley & Sons, 2010
The Artist’s Handbook (3rd ed)
Ray Campbell Smith, DK Adult, 2009
The Artists’ Handbook of Materials and Techniques (5th ed)
Ralph Mayer, Viking Adult, 1991
The Grove Dictionary of Art (34 vol)
Jane Turner, Macmillan Ltd. Groves Dictionaries, 1996
The New Artist's Manual: The Complete Guide to Painting and Drawing Materials and Techniques
Simon Jennings, Chronicle Books, 2005
The Oxford Dictionary of Art (3rd ed)
Ian Chilvers, Oxford University Press, 2004
The Penguin Dictionary of Art & Artists (7th ed)
Peter Murray, Linda Murray, Penguin Books, 1998
The Story of Art (16th ed)
E.H. Gombrich, Phaidon Press, 1995
Understanding Comics: The Invisible Art
Scott McCloud, HarperCollins, 1994
Ways of Seeing (reprint ed)
John Berger, Penguin Books, 1990
Why We Make Art: And Why It is Taught (2nd ed)
Richard Hickman, Intellect Ltd., 2010
Monday, August 5, 2013
Useful Websites for Art Teachers
Here is a list of useful websites and blogs that I have come across the past year. These websites offer hundreds of great ideas, lesson plans, art curricula, resources, handouts, and many more that will assist you plan your Art classes:
(arranged alphabetically)
"The world's largest kids' Art museum!" Online student's art museum including many teacher-submitted lesson plans, and an endless supply of new ideas with lesson photo galleries.
Website with some very good Art worksheets!
Crayola's lesson plan website enables K-12 teachers to search via medium, grade level, or by Crayola-brand product.
Many high-quality art lesson ideas. DickBlick is an excellent lesson plan website for Middle and High school art teachers. With categories even broken down to topics like "Graphic & Digital Art", "Maskmaking" and "Metal & Wire Art", teachers are sure to find lesson ideas in any subject.
Free Art lesson plans and activities for art teachers (especially Elementary) who are looking for simple lesson plans in a hurry.
Organized into thematic units, each grade-level-specific lesson plan focuses on a single work of art and can be executed within one to two class periods.
Many free Art lessons, techniques, ideas and other art resources for use in the classroom. There are also some low-cost, paid-for resources on assessment, drawing and an Art Teacher's handbook.
An assemblage of Art lesson plan ideas and downloadables to help inspire and invigorate your art teaching - all developed by experienced art educators. Many of the plans include objectives and references to the National Art Education Standards. Some are Cross-Curricular or Multicultural.
This is the central education website of the Smithsonian Institute. There are teaching materials, links to hundreds of online resources, information, and more...
A great website that offers daily articles, videos, online classes, lesson plans for Elementary, e-books, an online magazine, and many more. The Art of Ed posts daily, giving real-world advice on topics every art teacher deals with.
Part of the TeacherVision website. You'll find a number of art lesson plans, printables, activities, quizzes, and references, as well as integrated art lessons for elementary, middle, and high school level. (Note: Subscription required but there's a 7-day free trial).
Part of the UK Teaching Ideas website. Activities and class handouts related to 2D and 3D Art for Lower and Middle School students, as well as useful links to other websites.
A website focusing on how to look and talk about art run by a former museum educator and art teacher.
Art Lesson plans for Middle and High School, and many tutorials on Drawing, Painting and Digital Art (Photoshop and Illustrator)..
Thursday, August 1, 2013
Welcome!
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This blog is for You - the Art Teacher who is searching for lesson ideas and useful links. If you are new to the world of art education or just looking for inspiration, look no further. THIS is your hub to Art Education!
This blog is for You - the Art Teacher who is searching for lesson ideas and useful links. If you are new to the world of art education or just looking for inspiration, look no further. THIS is your hub to Art Education!
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