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Free printable quotes on art and education

I am so happy to share a new print-out that features thought-provoking quotes from inspiring artists and educators. The printable PDF resource includes five quotes, each beautifully laid out so all you have to do is print them out and stick them up! I came across each of these quotes over the past 10 years while working in children’s art education. Each one was diligently scribbled down in my notebook and dog-eared for a later date. That time is today! Here is some background of each quote: ‘The mind is like an umbrella. It is most useful when open.’ Walter Gropius Walter Gropius was an architect who was most famous for his role as the director of the revolutionary art school, the Bauhaus. Born in Berlin, he migrated to Cambridge, Massachusetts to work at the Harvard School of Design following the outbreak of World War 2. He is regarded as…

Free printable: Make a Collage

So happy to share my new ‘Make a Collage’ activity for families! This 5-page print out features colorful images that kids can print out, cut up, and make new crazy compositions from. Collages were made famous by Surrealist artists like Max Ernst, Marcel Duchamp, and Man Ray. I love them because they encourage children to use their imagination to create original and creative artworks. They are also a great way for young children to practice their cutting and pasting fine motor skills! Download the activity hereDownload I would LOVE to see the creations your family makes so please add the hashtag #ArtPlayChildrenLearning to any social media pics you upload so I can cheer you along. You may like to also check out the work of Anna Bu Kliewer and Jazz Grant for inspiration! Happy making! Louisa Related Posts Free ebook! Making art with repurposed materials Free printable quotes on art and education Free printable for…