K12ArtChat the Podcast

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Episode 59 - Erik Abel - Art of Business Dec 23, 2021

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In this episode - Thye Creativity Department speaks with professional artist and designer Erik Abel. Working from Southern Oregon, Abel's pieces have been featured in galleries around the country and abroad while his commercial work has attracted clients such as REI and Patagonia. Listen in to learn how this successful artist found his way to the world of commercial art and stays true to his own artistic passions as he navigates the business of Art.

Episode 58 - Candido Crespo - Engaging in a Creative Community Dec 16, 2021

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This week, Matt & Laura talk to fellow podcaster Candido Crespo! The Grundlers and Candido talk about building and nurturing your own creative community. Whether it be in the art room, in your wider community, or solely online – everyone can benefit by surrounding themselves with like minded people!

Episode 57 - Nancy Walkup & Frank Juarez - Get Published: The Best Advocacy Tool Ever! Dec 09, 2021

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In this episode The Creativity Department speaks with Nancy Walkup, Editor in Chief, and Frank Juarez, Contributing Editor, of SchoolArts magazine. Learn about how easy it can be to get published, why it is so important, and all the beneficial things it can lead to (invitations to present, books, etc.). Getting published may be the best thing you do for your career.

Episode 56 - Kelly Crow - Follow the Money in Art Dec 02, 2021

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In this episode – the Creativity Department speaks with Wall Street Journal reporter Kelly Crow! One aspect of art that is commonly overlooked in the classroom is the business side. As an art reporter, it is Kelly’s job to stay on top of the fine art market, its collectors, and most importantly - its artists. During the conversation she dives into suggestions on how to introduce the ins and outs of the business side of art in your art room, famous missing artwork, and the effect collectors have on the market.

Episode 55 - Jeannine Flores from Create CA - Partnerships Towards Creating Change Nov 18, 2021

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The Creativity Department speaks with Jeannine Flores, Vice Chair of Create CA. Listen in to this informative conversation about building vibrant and visible local alliances that spark partnerships and spread art advocacy. Learn how Create CA is working to ensure every student receives a complete and creative education.

Episode 54 - Keri Smith & Carrie Baughcum - Wreck This Journal Nov 10, 2021

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In this episode – The Creativity Department talks with Kerri Smith, author of Wreck This Journal! Joining them is Carrie Baughcum, author of My Pencil Made Me Do It. Each author talks about their approach to sketch noting as art and as a form of self-care. Discover what inspired the creation of their books, their creative process, and how the prompts for their books came to be.

Episode 53 - Reigniting the Joy with Team Grundler Nov 04, 2021

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In this episode – Team Grundler are chatting together about how to deal with end of the year burnout and reigniting the joy of teaching. Matt and Laura also go over your answers from the chat, stories from the art room and multiple happy teacher moments!

Episode 52 - NAEA Leadership discussing your ED&I Questions - Part 2 Oct 28, 2021

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In this episode The Creativity Department wraps up their chat with NAEA Leadership about Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I). This meaningful conversation, driven by questions and topics sent in for discussion from art educators in the field, continues to explore details we all must deeply consider when thinking through the work needed to create social transformation and remove barriers. From thoughtful insight to support and resources this discussion is packed with strategies you can put into use today.

Episode 51 - NAEA Leadership discussing your ED&I Questions - Part 1 Oct 21, 2021

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In this episode – The Creativity Department chats with NAEA Leadership about Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I). This meaningful conversation, driven by questions and topics sent in for discussion from art educators in the field, dives into the detail we all must deeply consider when thinking through the work to be done to bring about social transformation and remove barriers. From thoughtful insight to support and resources this discussion is packed with strategies you can put into use today.

Episode 50 - Keisha Casiano - Fighting for Dignity in Education Oct 14, 2021

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Matt and Laura chat with Keisha Casiano about dignity in the art room. How do you teach students about mindsets and to be proud of who they are, no matter their disability? It’s harder than it sounds, that’s where Keisha comes in. She has years of experience working with students with disabilities and learning to overcome her own disability. Whether it’s using a piece of cardboard to paint or another unconventional method, Keisha and the Grundler’s share resources to help you help your students.

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