Art Ed Radio

The Art of Education
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A fun and energetic look at the world of art education.

  1. 3d ago

    Overrated Artists, Underrated Artists, and AP Art History

    In this episode of Art Ed Radio, host Tim Bogatz welcomes back high school art teacher Jenn Russell for an honest and entertaining conversation about teaching art history. Tim and Jenn discuss why art history works best when it is taught as a connected story full of drama, influence, cultural context, and unexpected twists. They also share their lists of overrated artists, as well as their lists of underrated artists who deserve a little more attention and respect. Jenn also shares her strategies for teaching AP Art History, connecting artworks to contemporary culture, and helping students move from memorable stories and strong reactions to thoughtful analysis. Full episode transcript below. Resources and Links Learn more about the Art Ed NOW Conference! Come join the Art of Ed Community! Browse the Art Ed Radio archives 12 Ideas to Help Students Engage with Art History But, Art History Is Boring! How to Bring Life to the Past and Present 7 Contemporary Artists Who Bring Art History to Life in the Classroom

  2. Aug 11

    Help! I'm Scared of Technology

    Starting a new school year can be challenging enough without a dozen new platforms, devices, and passwords waiting for you on day one. In this episode of Art Ed Radio, host Tim Bogatz talks with Jen Leban about helping new art teachers move through technology anxiety with practical, manageable strategies. Jen explains why your LMS is the best place to start, how to think about some technology as tools rather than separate problems, and why digital portfolios can wait until later in the school year.   Tim and Jen also discuss how to reframe technology from a "have to" into a "get to," when creative digital tools can add something meaningful to student artwork, and why teachers should feel comfortable saying, "I don't know--let's figure it out together." With ideas about exploring technology and support for those struggling with devices and expectations, this conversation offers encouragement and concrete advice for all of the art teachers who are feeling overwhelmed by classroom technology. Resources and Links Come join the Art of Ed Community! Finding and Utilizing Creative Digital Tools Utilizing Digital Portfolios

  3. Aug 4

    The August Mailbag: Gen Z Teachers, Cardboard Questions, and Back-to-School Hacks

    Should teachers be expected to work for free? What do you do with a pile of leftover cardboard? And which artist would you quietly leave out of your curriculum? In the August Mailbag, Art Ed Radio host Tim Bogatz is joined by Amanda Heyn, AOEU's Director of Community Engagement, to tackle listener questions that are right on time for the start of the school year.   They dig into the growing conversation around Gen Z teachers refusing unpaid labor--and why the system, not the teachers, is the real problem--plus give practical, honest advice to a first-year teacher drowning in cardboard boxes. Finally, they both weigh in on which artists they might quietly skip (Jackson Pollock, anyone?), why taking students outside during the first week of school is probably a hard no, and their favorite art room storage hacks for getting organized before students arrive. Resources and Links Come join the Art of Ed Community! Check out the Art Ed NOW Conference An Art Teacher's Love Letter to Cardboard See all of AOE's Art Room Hacks

  4. Jul 28

    2026 Summer Art Ed NOW Conference Preview

    The Art Ed Now Conference is just around the corner, and Art Ed Radio host Tim Bogatz is kicking things off with a special live-recorded episode straight from the Art of Ed Community. He's joined by community host Jen Leban to preview everything happening at this year's conference, from the Friday Kickoff to a full weekend of sessions designed to inspire, equip, and energize everyone  as you head back to the classroom this fall. Tim and Jen share their most-anticipated sessions and the can't-miss featured presentation from artist and illustrator Oliver Jeffers (The Day the Crayons Quit). This episode is the perfect conversation to set you up for the conference this weekend! Resources and Links Come join the Art of Ed Community! Check out the Art Ed NOW Conference Back to School Resources for Art Teachers Learn more about FLEX and PRO Take a look at Oliver Jeffers' website

  5. Jul 21

    More Hot Takes for the Summer

    It's that time of year again — the Art Ed Radio Hot Takes episode is back! Host Tim Bogatz is joined by Amanda Heyn for their second annual deep dive into the art education opinions that spark debate, clarify thinking, and maybe make a few people a little salty. With strong opinions from the Art of Ed Community, Tim and Amanda react to hot takes on everything from whether markers deserve a place in the art room, to whether paint-and-sip counts as real art, to the case for a little bit of cookie cutter art in your curriculum. Whether you agree, disagree, or land somewhere in the middle, this episode is guaranteed to get you thinking (and maybe shouting at your podcast app). Come for the hot takes, stay for the conversation! Resources and Links Come join the Art of Ed Community! Check out the Art Ed NOW Conference Reflections on Grading with Janet Taylor How to Assess Your Own Grading Practices

  6. Jul 14

    Why Art is the Most Important Class

    On this episode of Art Ed Radio, host Tim Bogatz sits down with high school art teacher Chris Hodge, who brings nearly 25 years of classroom experience and a myriad of insights. Hodge shares the teaching philosophy at the heart of everything he does: giving students meaningful choice and nurturing genuine curiosity. He opens up about his lifelong relationship with artmaking and his dedication to continuing to create.   Tim and Hodge also dig into the realities of maintaining a personal art practice while teaching full-time (including late-night drawing sessions). Hodge shares practical strategies for working through creative blocks, and explains how the permanence of ink has taught him resilience both in the studio and in life. The episode wraps with a preview of Chris's upcoming Art Ed NOW Conference presentation, where he'll make the case that art is the most important class, arguing that the creative thinking art builds is foundational to success in every other discipline. Resources and Links Come join the Art of Ed Community! Check out the Art Ed NOW Conference Follow Hodge on Instagram How I Tricked Myself Into Making Art Again The Power of Creative Play for Art Teachers

  7. Jul 7

    The July Mailbag: Inspiring Supplies, Summer Doomscrolling, and Setting Boundaries

    It's time, once again, to open up the mailbag! In this monthly Q&A episode of Art Ed Radio, host Tim Bogatz is joined by Amanda Heyn, to answer your most pressing questions about the world of art education. This month's topics run the gamut: from a quest for new art supplies to thoughtful questions about navigating the first year of teaching—including how to work with administrators, build community with colleagues, and protect your work-life balance. Tim and Amanda also tackle the summer curriculum planning struggle, weigh in on whether summer sketchbook challenges are actually worth assigning, and dig into a big question about social media: is it ultimately good or bad for art teachers?   Enjoy this episode? Subscribe to Art Ed Radio on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Have a question for a future mailbag? We'd love to hear from you--leave us a voicemail at (515) 209-2595! Resources and Links First-Year Art Teacher's Guide – The Art of Education University 15 Fun Art Supplies to Try Out This Summer Jumpstart Your Creativity: Easy Mini Art Practices for This Summer Join the AOEU Community – Free at community.artofeducation.edu Art Ed Now Conference – Register at theartofeducation.edu/now

  8. Jun 30

    Creating Time for Creating Art

    In this episode of Art Ed Radio, host Tim Bogatz is joined by returning guest Sarah Krajewski, a self-described "multipotentialite" and all-around amazing educator. Sarah talks about how art helps her connect to her own sense of purpose and joy, and the benefits that come with consistent artmaking. She shares her concept of "joy sketches" as an accessible, low-pressure way for any teacher to keep making art, even on the busiest or most exhausting of days.   Tim and Sarah also dig into the real barriers that get between art teachers and their own creativity: not just time, but energy. Sarah offers practical, encouraging strategies--from keeping art supplies visible and within reach to hosting "coexisting craft nights" with friends--that make creative habits easier to start and sustain. Full episode transcript below. Resources and Links Join the Art of Ed Community! Check out the Art Ed NOW Conference Dear Art Teacher, You Deserve to Be the Artist Too! 5 Ways to Encourage Creative Flow Jumpstart Your Creativity: Easy Mini Art Practices to Try This Summer Build a Creative Practice That Sticks By Harnessing the 4 Laws of Atomic Habits Emilie Wapnick: "Why Some of Us Don't Have One True Calling" (if you're a multipotentialite)

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A fun and energetic look at the world of art education.

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  • Creator
    The Art of Education
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    551
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Art Ed Radio