Author Archives: explorecreate

Bleezer’s Ice Cream – 1st attempt at “flipping the art room”

Posted on May 19, 2016 by explorecreate

I’ve often thought about creating instructional videos, but I am one of those people who are VERY UNCOMFORTABLE in front of a camera.

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Experiments with Pronto Plates

Posted on April 3, 2016 by explorecreate

A recent Explore. Create. Make it Great. visitor asked a question about my last Pronto Plate tutorial that I couldn’t immediately answer.

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Pronto Plate Lithography Tutorial

Posted on January 18, 2016 by explorecreate

I put this tutorial together for an upcoming workshop with high school art teachers. I often use this exciting process in my own work, but have not yet worked out how to bring it into my elementary art room. You … Continue reading →

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Pictures of Chocolate Inspired by Vik Muniz

Posted on January 8, 2016 by explorecreate

This 2 day project has become a much anticipated staple in my 5th grade classroom. It’s short but sweet with excellent results.

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Digital Photography Inspired by Vik Muniz

Posted on January 8, 2016 by explorecreate

To learn more about this artist visit

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Dish Gardens Inspired by Chihuli

Posted on January 5, 2016 by explorecreate

In my school district, the 3rd graders have art for two 45 minute classes per week.

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Stop Motion Thanksgiving Card

Posted on November 23, 2015 by explorecreate

Made on an iPad with Stop Motion Studio Pro by CATEATER, LLC This second grade class was the first to win my behavior challenge for this year.

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Tempera Paintings Inspired by Tarsila do Amaral

Posted on November 15, 2015 by explorecreate

After looking at the work of Tarsila do Amaral, my 4th grade students created landscape paintings with an emphasis on value. They were asked to think about foreground, middle ground, and background. Tarsila do Amaral grew up on a farm … Continue reading →

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Building Projects with Legos

Posted on November 14, 2015 by explorecreate

Every year I try out a few experimental projects.

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One Sheet Sculptural Mini Book

Posted on November 12, 2015 by explorecreate

This simple book is made out of one sheet of paper.

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