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Are you looking to further your artistic knowledge or become a better art teacher? Our blog posts are well researched and based on facts for students, teachers, parents or anyone looking to further their artistic knowledge. Put on the kettle and enjoy the reading...
In 2018, for the second year in a row, Tasting Australia asked Artventure to teach kids about food through art. We had over 100 kids come and join in the free activity (including the wonderful Liz Ellis and her daughter) where we created artworks inspired by our sponsors: Le Cordon Bleu, Rundle Mall...
Whether your teenager is going into high school for the first time or returning for another year, they’ll inevitably feel stress from the pressure placed on them. After all, the high school years are crucial in preparation for the university or adult years. Even if your teen has plans other than ter...
The internet and social media can open up amazing opportunities for learning, research, and forging relationships. With that said, it’s important to remember that the web is simply a tool, and it can be used in various ways. Just as with virtually any tool, the internet and social media can have a b...
Collaborative learning is being used in classrooms around the world in various subjects. While competitive learning, in which the student reflects more on his or her own work than that of others, can be used in art, collaborative learning gives students the opportunity to learn new skills while work...
Letting a child play with play dough or paint might seem like a chore for parents, caregivers and teachers who have to clean up the mess. But for the child, sensory play is making new connections in their brain while supporting overall development. Research has shown that sensory play aids in childh...
Art supplies can get expensive, especially when you have particularly artistic children who want to create art all the time! In this article, we’ll help you save money and make memories by making your own art supplies at home with your kids. :-)
1. Glue
You and your kids can make homemade glue wit...
Artventure grows into the next phase
Over 10,000 little artists now on board with Artventure
I believe that engaging in art positively impacts all areas of a child’s learning and boosts their confidence, motivation and pride in themselves. Many gifts come with developing creative abilities, I've s...
Creativity is on-par with any traditional skill. It can be used in learning, it can be taught, and it can be assessed. It can certainly be honed in on, even in a setting with numerous students who naturally possess varying levels of creativity. Some students present high levels of creativity that th...
If you have a loved one on the autism spectrum, then you might have been guided to art lessons. You might be wondering how art lessons will be beneficial for your child or someone else in your life on the autism spectrum, and if this investment of time and money is worth it. In this article, we’re g...
Many parents hang their child’s artwork on the refrigerator, in their office, and around the home. Plus, kids love to know that their parents are hanging up their artwork. While hanging up your child’s artwork might seem like a natural thing to do, did you know there are actually benefits of doing s...
There’s nothing more rewarding that watching kids blossom through art. A great art class will leave your students with unforgettable memories and lessons learned. Children who explore art truly learn skills that they carry all of their lives! If you’re wondering how you can improve your class time, ...
Focus is an area that we all struggle with from time to time, and some of us struggle more with focus than others. It comes as no surprise that children are the same. The good news is that when we set good habits and continually work on focus, we can help our kids increase their focus - the same hol...
Home education has become more prevalent in recent years due to a variety of reasons. In the past, homeschooling was more difficult because of fear of isolation; today, there are numerous co-ops and homeschooling communities full of families that offer each other structure, support, and social oppor...
If you’re considering homeschooling, just know that you are one of millions who are weighing out the pros and cons of homeschooling right now. Home education is a popular choice among people across the country - and the world - for various reasons. At the end of the day, you know your child and your...
Travelling is such great fun, and while you’re on the road, in the sky, or on the water, it can be fun to unwind and relax with an art activity. While you probably won’t be able to bring along a full art set and all your favourite art items from home, you can probably bring along a few things that y...
There’s no better time spent than time spent with family. If you’re looking for some art activities that you can do with your family, then this article is just for you! We’ve compiled a list of family-friendly art activities that parents and kids alike will love. Each of these ideas can be totally t...
Your child creates beautiful paintings that you want to cherish forever, but are you running out of ways to hold onto his or her artwork? In this article, we’re going to outline some interesting ways that you can keep and display your child’s most beautiful paintings! All of these ideas offer intere...
Some children will jump at the opportunity to spend time doing artwork, while others just don’t seem that interested. The truth is that all kids have a creative side, but unlocking that creativity could take a little extra work from us parents! (If you're a teacher involved in formal education, you ...
The Basil Sellers Artventure Prize as part of the SALA (South Australian Living Artists) Festival has encouraged SA kids to get drawing and painting their "Hero" and winning artworks will be displayed on the Telstra Plaza big screens at Adelaide Oval.
I'm so proud to announce the 3 winners (1 from...
Basil Sellers Artventure Prize FINALISTS 2017
The Basil Sellers Artventure Prize as part of the SALA (South Australian Living Artists) Festival has encouraged SA kids to get drawing and painting their "Hero" and winning artworks will be displayed on the Telstra Plaza big screens at Adelaide Oval.
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Kids and art should go hand in hand.
A sad but growing trend in schools across the world these days is the reduction of funding and time being allocated to artistic education. Some people who are in the positions to make these decisions regard the artistic endeavours as optional or, even worse, a l...
The Sources of Food
In 2017 Tasting Australia introduced a new section to their annual event called "Taste Buds". Taste Buds conducted events for children throughout the week-long festival of food, to engage kids through learning about the sources of food, gardening, cooking, eating and food art. A...
They're never too young.
Did you know that kids who engage in art regularly are FOUR TIMES more likely to succeed in other subjects like math, science and English? That's great for primary school kids, but what about pre-school age?
By introducing art on a regular basis at a young age (the above p...
Do your kids know where food comes from?
At TASTING AUSTRALIA this year, they're teaching kids about the sources of food and encouraging kids to get messy. Artventure has been asked to join in and I'm so excited to be showcasing an Artventure lesson to 130 children, over 6 sessions.
