Philosophy of Art Education

Philosophy of Art Education

“I am seeking. I am striving. I am in it with all my heart.”

                                                                  -Vincent Van Gogh

My philosophy of education is to be an inspirational art teacher for my students.  I want my students to be able to utilize the arts in their everyday lives and give them the opportunity to learn, to be able to express themselves through their artwork and to use their imaginations to become creative individuals.  I want to encourage students to be confident, raise their level of appreciation of the arts and demonstrate the proper steps of what it takes to be successful in art, as well as in life. With art in their lives, their experiences can become more meaningful and rewarding. My students will enjoy learning about making art, so they too will love art.

I also want to integrate other subject matter in my art class to offer more enriching learning experiences for all of my students. I believe that incorporating core subject matter into art lessons will give my students a broader perspective of how art is a very important aspect of life.  Students can learn on multiple levels by integrating these subjects into their artwork. I will follow the Common Core Curriculum and blend it into lessons. Reinforcing what my students learn in other subjects can translate into an overall well-rounded and successful education.

I hope to be a memorable component of students’ education. I will communicate clearly and effectively to ensure that objectives are met and develop attainable goals for my students.