Making Art Together

Bridging Art and Nature Workshop

October 17th, 2011

Yesterday, eleven educators joined me at The Museum for the professional development workshop

Special Event - Amelia Gambetti & Lella Gandini: Early Childhood Education in Reggio Emilia

September 10th, 2011

Since the Studio's approach is influenced by the philosophy of early childhood education in Reggio Emilia Italy, we're super excited to share that Amelia Gambetti and Lella Gandini are presenting at The Carle

Self-Portrait Conversation

September 5th, 2011

One of the best aspects of working in The Studio everyday is the unique opportunity to interact with visitors about the art they are making. The other day one of our "regulars" stopped by with his family to participate in our

How Young Children Draw People III

August 28th, 2011

Last week, my friend came over with her 33 and 3 month old daughters. "Will you draw baby 'S'?" Asked 33 month old 'A' as she handed me a piece of paper and a green crayon. I'm not one to draw for children, but I wanted to accept her invitation to create something together. "Okay," I said as I took the crayon. "What part of her should we draw first?" "The head," she replied. "What shape is the head?" I asked. "Circle." I'm a lefty, but I drew a circle-ish shape on the paper with my right hand. READ MORE