Where do Creative Ideas Come From? I’ve been a public school teacher for 15 years (yay, high school and middle school!), and though I’m technically labeled an English or ELA instructor, I also consider myself an art teacher. What makes me an art teacher,… [Read More]
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Gardens and Glass Paperweights: Ligonier, Pennsylvania’s Art Museum!
The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art: Wow. Two of my favorite categories of things to ogle are: 1. Glass works of art, and, 2. Flower gardens. Imagine my glee in learning that a little museum exists one hour south of Pittsburgh, PA which features… [Read More]
An “Influence” Synonym Search at Wild “Happy Place”
“Do you consider yourself an ‘Influencer?’” My former student, Savannah, popped this awkward question as we swung open the doors to “Happy Place,” the surreal pop-up photography playground that zinged into Boston this month. “Um…” I stalled, grappling for an appropriately inspiring answer to explain… [Read More]
Female Poses for Pictures: Performativity and Power
“How Should I Pose for the Camera?” In our era of daily digital photos, the question of how to pose is everywhere… but is particularly symbolic — and sometimes even fraught — for women to decide. How female bodies are angled or female faces are… [Read More]
Woodstock, VT: Covered Bridge and Falconry Fun
“This town is so cute, my teeth hurt,” I gasped as we motored up Central Street, past a real-life covered bridge. Woodstock, VT is an ideal romantic New England getaway. Bite-sized and delightful, Woodstock is a tourist favorite for a reason. We shall dive shortly… [Read More]
Laurel Highlands, PA Delights: Mountains, Waterfalls, and Sunsets!
Southwestern Pennsylvania‘s Beautiful Nature Getaway Nature holds and heals us. Just over an hour south of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania lies a region rich in in rolling hills, waterfalls, and big sky: the Laurel Highlands. What follows are photos of this magical area to transport you… [Read More]
