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Teaching Philosophy
I embrace an intersectional Guerrilla Girls-inspired pedagogy when I teach. While the art world can be a wonderful environment, it can also be discriminatory and overwhelming. I do my best to acknowledge the unfairness of the historic and contemporary art world while empowering my students to take action. I facilitate a productive environment where my students are able to develop valuable skills necessary for their growth as artists, patrons, and educators. My teaching strategies include demonstrations, practice opportunities, individual hands-on activities, one-on-one attention, and group critiques. The projects I invent and assign help students develop vocabulary and skills necessary to create successful artwork and appreciate art created by others. As students work in the classroom, I continually interact with them to provide immediate assistance and feedback. I also facilitate group critiques to prepare students to speak about their own work, the work of others, and be able to celebrate achievement.
Furthermore, it is important for me to lead by example. I have a strong studio practice, and I am constantly creating and experimenting. Not only do I have a compelling commitment to my work, but I am available for students outside of class. I strive to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for students regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, or orientation. It is critical that my students feel welcomed and comfortable so they can express themselves and take artistic risks. Overall, my frequent experimentation and research demonstrates that art is a life-long pursuit. I love being able to share my knowledge, skills, and work ethic with the next generation of artists.
Furthermore, it is important for me to lead by example. I have a strong studio practice, and I am constantly creating and experimenting. Not only do I have a compelling commitment to my work, but I am available for students outside of class. I strive to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for students regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, or orientation. It is critical that my students feel welcomed and comfortable so they can express themselves and take artistic risks. Overall, my frequent experimentation and research demonstrates that art is a life-long pursuit. I love being able to share my knowledge, skills, and work ethic with the next generation of artists.
