SHARING ARTS RESOURCES
SHARING OVER 45 YEARS OF VISUAL ARTS EDUCATION RESEARCH, CURRICULUM, AND RESOURCES
RESEARCH AND CURRICULUM | REMOTE LEARNING
RESEARCH AND CURRICULUM
Our visual arts curriculum is based on decades of research and practice by the Studio in a School Association on the implementation of arts assessments, arts integration, technology in the classroom, and more.
Arts Achieve
ARTS ACHIEVE was a large-scale arts assessment research project, which was undertaken to develop units and instructional plans that improved students‘ skills with the help of assessment and technology.
The project was created by two United States Department of Education grants: an Investing in Innovation grant awarded to Studio in a School, and an Arts Education Model Development and Dissemination grant awarded to the New York City Department of Education’s Office of Arts and Special Projects.
Expanding the Frame
EXPANDING THE FRAME was a research project funded by an AEMDD grant. It focused on the development and implementation of arts integrated units for 4th and 5th grade students at four public schools in the South Bronx.
Classroom teachers and artist instructors collaborated to teach units that addressed specific skills in Math, ELA, and Art, all while making use of technology in the classroom. The project had a three-year implementation plan, and resulted in increased activated achievement.
REMOTE LEARNING
A collection of online resources for young artists and their families to enjoy at home taught by our Studio community.
Created by Studio artist instructors using easy-to-find materials, these video art lessons promote exploration and creativity and help learners from K–Grade 2 and Grades 3–5 build essential learning skills.
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K-Grade 2
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Torn Paper Collage
Memphis artist Terry Lynn makes a torn paper collage using paper, glue—and his hands as tools! Learn how to rip, tear, and arrange paper to create an artful collage.
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Watercolor Exploration
Newark artist Angel Fosuhene experiments with color and water and teaches you to do the same. Learn how just moving your brush and adding paint can produce vibrant results.
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Making Shapes with Water
Jersey City artist Sara Wolfe makes art with water! Learn how to explore shape to create imaginative designs using different tools.
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Line Explorers
New York City artist Chris Williams shows you how to use lines found in everyday objects and transform them into imaginative works of art using only a pen or pencil and paper.
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Expressive Self-Portraits
New York City artist Chris Williams shows you how to create a drawing of yourself that expresses a feeling or emotion. Learn how to use a tablet, a phone, or a mirror to observe details and make a self-portrait.
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Torn Paper Animal Collage
Newark artist Angel Fosuhene arranges shapes in layers to create a colorful creature. Learn how to create your own animal collage using only torn paper and glue.
TEENS TEACH ART
In 2020, students in our Teen Apprenticeship Program completed their apprenticeship training online, creating a series of video art lessons that children from K–Grade 2 and Grades 3–5 and their families can enjoy at home.
K-Grade 2
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Line and Shape Drawing with Amaiya
Teen Artist Instructor Amaiya from Queens, a 2020 graduate from Brooklyn High School of the Arts, explores how to use shapes and lines to create an abstract artwork.
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Line and Pattern Drawing with Princes
Teen Artist Instructor Princes from Queens, a 2020 graduate from the High School of Art and Design explores how to create patterns inspired by Yayoi Kusama.
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Sea Creatures Shape Collage with Miguel
Teen Artist Instructor Miguel from Brooklyn, a senior at Brooklyn High School of the Arts explores cutting and arranging shapes to make a sea creature.
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House Shape Collage with Abigail
Teen Artist Instructor Abigail from the Bronx, a senior at Pelham Preparatory Academy explores arranging shapes to make a house.
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Robot Shape Collage with Rawan
Teen Artist Instructor Rawan from Queens, a senior from Queens Technical High School explores cutting and arranging shapes to make a robot.
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Monster Torn Paper Collage with Destiny
Teen Artist Instructor Destiny from Manhattan, a 2020 graduate of the NYC Museum School