Exploring Creative Possibilities with Makey Makey, Scratch, and Art

“Artistic expression knows no boundaries, and today’s technology allows us to push those boundaries even further. One such combination of creative tools includes Makey Makey, Scratch, and art – a powerful trio that opens up a whole new world of possibilities.”

–AI from WordPress.

I am using AI for the first time to write this blog post. I started writing this post back in March, when we had our Open House for parents for our passion projects. Months later, this post continued to sit in my drafts folder. Today, I found and immediately hit the “AI” button in the WordPress block menu to see what would happen. Within 5 seconds it spit out a very thorough explanation of what I was trying to say but didn’t for so long. My mind is blown. So, this post is a collaboration between tech and myself, just like the art project I’m writing about. Read on to learn more.

A Year of Lasts

I celebrated my last day as an art teacher in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday.

Second Grade Finishes Year with James Rizzi

I have done this lesson over the last few years during the last days of school. It’s a great way to involve some low-key drawing with different media and the results are pretty awesome.

Contour Line Drawing and Watercolors

This is one of my favorite activities to try. It’s a great exercise, can be done at anytime and it’s so forgiving. The results are just super fun and a great way to loosen up.

Second Grade Explores Fiber Arts

FIBER ARTS: 

1. The creative art of making wall hangings, sculpture, etc. out of thread, yarn, rope, etc., often by using multiple techniques for weaving or knotting the materials.

2. Handcrafted work, as sweaters or comforters, made by knitting, weaving, etc.

Fiber Arts is one of the oldest art forms in human existence. Dating back 100,000 – 500,000 years ago, it was utilized predominantly out of utility, often showcasing skill, decoration, and sometimes status. Fast forward to the 20th century; the art form takes shape as a medium of Fine Art.  

Source: (https://www.rclinearts.com/rcaeditionsblog/fiber-arts-a-brief-history#:~:text=Fiber%20Arts%20is%20one%20of,a%20medium%20of%20Fine%20Art.

Snoozing Snuggly First Graders

If it Matters to You, It Matters.

This is an older posting, but as I clean up my files, I realize it is still relevant to tell my learning journey.

Creating Artwork for My School Using Procreate

I have a long history of making art installations, videos, posters, bulletin boards for the school and the community. I can now add digital art to my list of creations for my life here.

Learning Digital Art with Procreate