Category: Research
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Rediscovering Signs
BTSALP Visual Art Specialist, Paul Heath had his Newman Elementary and M Lynn Bennion (SLCSD) students create color pencil drawings on toned paper. Each grade level at both schools worked with a different media. 4th Grade did foam block prints over an abstract watercolor base. 5th Grade did watercolor paintings while 6th Grade made color pencil drawings. They discussed the history of neon signs, and specifically, the history of the Young Electric Sign Company who are celebrating their 100th Anniversary this year. Students had black and white photo print outs from YESCO’s archives to choose as subject matter, or they could research and use their favorite signs from around the city. The goals were to look at the designs of signs, their geometry and literary components, and how they add to the character of our cities and towns.
Read about the opening reception in Paul Heath’s own words. “Thank You All for making last night’s opening at The Downtown Artist Collective a success! Many student pieces sold and our schools are also very grateful to The Young Electric Sign Company for their generous donations to each school to help support our programming. It was so cool to have so many students and families come to share in the experience.”
Exhibit runs through Feb. 7th, 2020
Weekend Hours: – Sat: 11-6 & Sun: 11-4, address: 258 E. 100 S. CHECK IT OUT!
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Arts Education Research Symposium 2020 focuses on inclusion through the arts
Arts inclusion research project at Mill Creek Elementary incorporates mural textures for visually impaired students
Photo by Master of Fine Arts Teaching Candidate Robert Plumb
How do we effectively create inclusive arts integrated learning spaces for all students?
On Tuesday, January 14th at the Arts Education Research Symposium, the College of Fine Arts alongside principals, district leaders, and community arts colleagues, will tackle this very question. The goal? To network, share research, prompt discussion, and forge partnerships in an effort to continually create environments in school where all learners are included and can thrive.
As Kelby McIntyre-Martinez, Assistant Dean for Arts Education & Community Engagement, explained: “The inclusive arts landscape has drastically changed over the last decade, and so has our K-12 student body. As we work towards creating educational spaces that truly include all learners, it is vital that our educational systems and teacher preparation programs implement relevant methodologies that are innovative, mutually beneficial, and celebrate each child’s abilities and unique contributions.”
The Arts Education Research Symposium will include a short, interactive STEAM performance and movement workshop led by the Deaf Children’s Theatre Touring Company, Sunshine 2.0, from the National Technical Institute for the Deaf.
Following, local administrators and Beverley Taylor Sorenson Arts Learning Program specialists will share best inclusive practices. Speakers will include: principal Lori Reynolds and specialist Jonathan Hale from Sprucewood Elementary in Canyons School District, principal Ann Kane and specialist Rachel Lankford from Mill Creek Elementary in Granite School District, and elementary teaching and learning director Melissa Hamilton of Murray School District. These leaders will present arts inclusion research projects that have seen incredible results within their own schools and districts.
Research has shown participation in educational inclusive arts programs contributes to individuals’ skill development, which in turn can lead to confidence building as well as increased social and academic participation (Hillier, Greher, Poto, & Dougherty, 2012). Knowing this, how might we better prepare arts educators to adapt, differentiate and modify instruction across the arts more effectively?
“This past academic year, school administrators, in partnership with the College of Fine Arts, identified that inclusive art making and the sharing of best practices across the region was a top priority,” McIntrye-Martinez explained. “The Arts Education Research Symposium is specifically designed to address the interests and needs of our partner school districts.”
Join us in this inspiring opportunity to connect and create.
Arts Education Research Symposium: Inclusion Through the Arts
Tuesday, January 14th at 8:45 am – 12:45 pm (light breakfast & lunch provided)
Beverley Taylor Sorenson Arts and Education Complex at 1721 Campus Center Drive -
Utah Birds and Ecosystems
This Fall, 2019 the Artsbridge Honors course at Weber State University will design and co-create a new faux-stained glass installation called Utah Birds & Ecosystems. This is a course designed for Weber State University students to work closely with professors and BTSALP Visual Arts Specialist, Brent Rhodes, and his 4th graders at James Madison Elementary. Through this collaboration students design and build a hanging installation that depicts the birds and ecosystems found in Utah. This aligns with the 4th grade Utah State Science Standards. All of the Weber State students and 4th Graders will visit the Ogden Nature Center to gather field research on Utah’s birds and ecosystems. They will work closely with local artists to inform and develop their artistic process. Throughout the semester, students will also engage in pen-pal writing prompts, strengthen their knowledge in the elements of art and explore a variety of art techniques.
This display will be permanently hung at James Madison Elementary School and is facilitated by Tamara Goldbogen, Erinne Roundy, and Brent Rhodes. This project is a partnership between the Weber State University Arts Learning Collaborative, the Ogden Nature Center, and the Beverley Taylor Sorenson Arts Learning Program.
Mark your calendar: The semester and course will culminate in an unveiling of the Utah Birds & Ecosystems faux-stained glass installation and a short documentary on the creative process on Wednesday, December 11, 2019 from 5:00-6:30pm at James Madison Elementary School in Ogden Utah. This event is open to the public and all are welcome to celebrate the hard work and success of both students and faculty.
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THE RESEARCH IS IN: The Science of Drawing and Memory
“It’s long been known that drawing something helps a person remember it. A new study shows that drawing is superior to activities such as reading or writing because it forces the person to process information in multiple ways: visually, kinesthetically, and semantically. Across a series of experiments, researchers found drawing information to be a powerful way to boost memory, increasing recall by nearly double.” Read more about this at edutopia.
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Latest Arts Education Research
BTSALP has known this for a long time!! Glad the rest of the world is catching on!
Here’s an article from INC. The Benefits of Playing Music.
Music helps your brain more than any other activity, and learning an instrument increases resilience to age-related decline in hearing.
Find out what Chalkbeat has to say – Extra arts education boosts students’ writing scores — and their compassion.
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What Happens to Student Behavior When Schools Prioritize Art
Here is an excellent excerpt from the book, You, Your Child and School: Navigate Your Way to the Best Education by Ken Robinson and Lou Aronica. Share with parents, principals, colleagues, and community members to advocate for the benefits of Art Education in schools. Click here to read more.
Just for fun – a bit of Doodling. Enjoy!
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Benefits of Music Education
Here is a good video clip and news article to share with parents, principals, colleagues, and community members on WHY Music Education is so important for children.
CBC News Article: From musician to physician: Why medical schools are recruiting for musical ability
Interesting research based Ted Talk and video clip