Everything I Know I Learned in Art Class

My inspiration for the title of this blog comes from a poster I once saw that said something like, "Everything I Know I Learned in Art Class." The poster also had a witty and charming list of things one learns in an art class. Unfortunately, I do not remember the list and cannot find the poster online or otherwise. I saw the poster when I was in college, so it was at least 4 years ago, and the message stuck with me, I love it, and what better name for an art education blog!? Rhetorical question, please don't tell me better names. My boyfriend's suggestion was "Art Ed." He's so creative!

Sooooo.... what did I learn in art class?
1. Try, try, try, and try again!
2. To give advice and offer my opinion gently, but constructively.
3. How to use scissors.
4. To share my crayons (and other art supplies).
5. Not to use Sharpies for extended periods of time.
6. That I can make really cool stuff!
7. It's ok that I really stink at softball, kickball, dodgeball, and all gym class activities.
8. That mom and dad will think anything I make is amazing.
9. How to make secondary and tertiary colors, and neutrals, and tints, and values....
10. That just because I wouldn't hang a piece of art in my living room doesn't mean I shouldn't respect it and understand it. (paraphrased from my high school art teacher, sage, and art education hero, Mrs. Rolnick)