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Tag: Art
Answering the Eternal Question of “Why?” A guest post by Natalie Linn
In an industry (and more widely, society) which narrows our modes of self-expression to the economically viable, I consider myself very privileged to have enjoyed the time and space to tell my story via a medium so tied to my authentic self.
Exploring Art in Your Community: Connecting Visual Art and Literature, a guest post by Amy Brownlee
Keep your eyes open. Notice the art in your community and look for opportunities to engage students. Watch for special exhibits in your school and community. No matter the size of your community, there are artists.
Book Review: Bunt!: Striking Out on Financial Aid by Ngozi Ukazu, Mad Rupert (Illustrator)
The story is funny, the art is so expressive, and the solution to Molly's problems is totally novel and outside of the box. A satisfying read. I hope to see more from this duo!
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Book Review: Drawing Deena by Hena Khan
Deena's authentic voice will immediately draw in readers who will be glad to see her learn to be more open with her family, find a mentor for her art, and get the help she needs to deal with her anxiety.
Book Review: Gigi Shin Is Not a Nerd by Lyla Lee
A seventh grader sets her sights on a prestigious art program in New York, but needs to raise money, navigate sticky friendship situations, and convince her parents that being an artist is a worthwhile pursuit along the way.
Be That Way: Art as Play, a guest post by Hope Larson
In Be That Way, I wanted to explore the deeply personal and solitary way of making art that’s more typical of how I work. At the heart of my creative process for Be That Way was the concept of play.
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Making a Graphic Novel from Start to Finish, a guest post by Kate Wheeler
Reading a story where you can appreciate the artwork, writing, and storytelling simultaneously is very special.
Writing a Story: When the illustration Comes First, a guest post by Chrissie Krebs
To some people beginning with an image before writing the story might seem strange. But I have always been a visual person and drawing my way towards the story and solutions in my stories, works best for me.
Writing & Rewriting THE WEIGHT OF EVERYTHING, a guest post by Marcia Argueta Mickelson
It took eighteen years for this book to find its proper ending. I dedicated it to my mother who has shared her family history and the history of her country with me. Talking about Guatemalan history and listening to my mom’s stories is one of my favorite ways to spend time with her now.
Book Review: Doodles from the Boogie Down by Stephanie Rodriguez
That's the big takeaway from this book. Become who you are, find your way through the noise, and hope that those around you can appreciate your changes and grow with you.
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