This Memorial Day weekend, we would like to introduce you to a new bi-monthly series, Artist Spotlight, in which we share some lesser-known works by famous artists in the Art Docent Program. Memorial Day: a day of reflection, thanksgiving, and (of … Continued
Here’s a customer testimonial from Cherylee Duncan from Spokane, Washington, who shares with us that art education doesn’t only help our children, but can change the lives of docents as well! When my children were in elementary school years ago in El … Continued
Aspiring artists certainly should be aware of the fact that, at some point in their life, they will possibly be broke and on the edge of starvation. It appears to just be standard activity for all the great artists: Monet, … Continued
Ever found yourself wondering how the great masters were able to paint their subjects so realistically? How did they manage to portray three dimensional images on the flat surface of their canvas? David Hockney, often described as the “world’s most … Continued
Make your next visit to an art museum with your children a success. Get a copy of a handy resource by Francoise Barbe-Gall called “How to Talk to Children About Art.” Teachers and parents will love this book because it … Continued
Here’s a testimony from a young woman who grew up in schools with the Art Docent Program. Nicole B. who is now a sophomore at University of Arizona studying pre-business with a minor in 2D and Computer Arts. “Art Docent … Continued
Our Family Legacy – Part III “When we began hearing that docents were interested in using digital images of the famous works of art, we decided it was time to bring this treasured Program into the 21st Century,” Amy said. … Continued
The Art Docent Program provides a sequential, interactive education in art history and artistic skills for elementary school children. It can be taught by teachers or by volunteers called “docent” who are led by a coordinator or “head docent. The … Continued
Art educator Barbara Herberholz almost did not apply for what turned out to be the job of a lifetime. in 1983, San Juan Unified School District in Sacramento, California was looking for a part time art resource specialist. Barbara applied, … Continued
I admit that if an artist is not in the Art Docent Program, I know nothing about them! So I when I visited Westmont College’s campus recently, I was eager to visit the Corot exhibit at their art museum. Glad … Continued