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Making Memories

After several drafts for a presentation at the annual Group of Seven Lake Superior Trail Gala, this is what I finally settled on. And guess what? It was worth it! Take a look: When I prepare to talk to a group, it’s incredibly important for me that the audience isn’t just sitting and listening. InContinue reading “Making Memories”

What Inspires Me

Have you watched Soul? The animated movie from Disney Pixar? If you haven’t, watch it. But don’t watch this next clip because it’ll spoil the movie for you. Actually, set down your phone or close your laptop. Don’t read any further until you’ve watched the movie, and then come back. … Ok, now that you’ve watched it,Continue reading “What Inspires Me”

Art & Encouragement

It would be easier if I was the kind of artist who painted at home and didn’t share my work. By easier, I mean that I wouldn’t risk putting myself “out there” – when I post pictures of my work, I expose myself. I feel raw. I hope that people will like my pictures, andContinue reading “Art & Encouragement”

Time & Sound

These are the gifts the holidays bring for me. It takes a while for me to decompress from work. Teaching is tough stuff, and it stays with you for some time, even when you’re not in the classroom. This year, we taught up until December 22nd – which has its drawbacks, but once the busynessContinue reading “Time & Sound”

A Fresh Start

For quite some time, I’ve been sitting on an idea. And sitting, sitting, sitting. But guess what? You’re reading my idea right now. As simple as it is, I’ve been wanting to begin a new blog for a few years now. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed writing posts for Northern Art Teacher for over ten years; it’s been aContinue reading “A Fresh Start”