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K12ArtChat the Podcast

The Creativity Department

A podcast for K-12 art educators interested in connecting with colleagues and ideas. Each episode, hosted by Matt and Laura Grundler, takes you backstage with guest hosts from #K12ArtChat to dig into the latest art education innovations and resources. You’ll find tips, tools, and inspiration to keep you connected and moving forward.

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Episode 215 – Lisa Kay, Beverley Johns, & Donalyn...

K12ArtChat the Podcast ·

2025/05/01

In this episode, the Creativity Department is joined by the authors of Davis Publications’ new book, Restorative Practices in Education through the Arts. Listen in as Lisa Kay, Beverley Johns, and Donalyn Heise explore how restorative teaching practices support, encourage, and build relationships. Discover ways to implement these practices in your art room to build strong classroom communities, support students’ emotional needs, and create brave spaces for creative expression. Learn how resto...

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Episode 214 – Tasha Newton – Finding your Calling

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2025/04/24

Tasha Newton is an art educator who started her career at the elementary level but, after an unexpected shift, she ended up teaching at a local high school and has never looked back! Joined by guest host David Modler, The Creativity Department talks to Tasha about her switch to high school, what projects and mediums she uses to keep her students engaged, how she supports students who are required to take art, and how differentiation differs between grade levels. Listen in to hear more from Ta...

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Episode 213 – Matt Johnson – Finding a Balance as a...

K12ArtChat the Podcast ·

2025/04/17

Matt Johnson is the President of Maine Art Education Association (MAEA) and he joins the Creativity Department in this episode to talk about balancing life as a teacher, leader, and maker! Enjoy an engaging discussion about the challenges of managing multiple responsibilities and grasp the importance of setting boundaries to prevent burnout. Dive into the significance of maintaining a personal art practice to stay connected to the creative process and explore the role technology plays. Listen...

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Episode 212 – Connected Arts Network (CAN) – Building...

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2025/04/10

In this episode of the Connected Arts Network (CAN) series, Oral Historian Dr. Mi'Jan Celie Tho-Biaz, Matt Grundler, and Connected Arts Network (CAN) members Amanda Standard and Melissa Hronkin talk about what it means to be resilient and what it looks like in the arts classroom. Amanda and Melissa share why resilience is important in their classrooms as well as personal experiences where they had to take a step back to “press pause”. They tackle other topics such as how they are devoting tim...

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Episode 211 – Connected Arts Network (CAN) – Coaching...

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2025/04/03

In this episode of the Connected Arts Network (CAN) series, Oral Historian Dr. Mi'Jan Celie Tho-Biaz, Matt Grundler, and Connected Arts Network (CAN) members Jocelyn Latki and Shelly Cole explore how coaching differs from teaching in an arts classroom and the power behind coaching. From sharing vs. imparting knowledge and wisdom, to guiding your fellow educators to help them be the best versions of themselves. Jocelyn and Shelly share their personal experiences with coaching their students an...

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Episode 210 – Joe Fusaro – Seeking Common Ground...

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2025/03/13

In this episode, the Creativity Department talks with Joe Fusaro, artist, educator, and co-author of Davis Publications’ high school curriculum, The Visual Experience. Listen in and explore how contemporary art can foster dialogue and connection in the classroom. Through the use of thought-provoking artworks and dynamic discussions, Joe helps students embrace diverse perspectives and engage in meaningful conversations. Tune in to learn strategies Joe uses as well as insights, inspiration, and...

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49:33

Episode 209 – Karl Cole – Navigating Difficult...

K12ArtChat the Podcast ·

2025/02/27

In this episode, The Creativity Department invites Karl Cole back to talk about how art educators can bridge the gap between art history and contemporary art. Specifically, which art styles, artists, and art movements are underrepresented in today’s art education landscape. As well as how we can represent our students in the artists, subject material, and themes we choose to highlight in our art rooms. Listen in to hear more from Karl!

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Episode 208 – Dr. Mi'Jan Celie Tho-Biaz – The Impact...

K12ArtChat the Podcast ·

2025/02/20

In this episode, The Creativity Department chats with co-host turned guest – oral historian Dr. Mi’Jan Celie Tho-Biaz about the impact of teaching artists! Dive into an engaging conversation about the importance of honoring artistic legacies, mentorship, and fostering spaces where emerging artists can find their voices. Discover how teaching artists affect communities and how educators can embrace and build upon traditions that have been shared. Listen in to hear more from Mi’Jan!

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Episode 207 – Alison Wade – Connecting Art Museums,...

K12ArtChat the Podcast ·

2025/02/13

In this episode, The Creativity Department chats with the Association of Art Museum Director’s Chief Administrator, Alison Wade. Learn about her work supporting art museums across North America and how they help foster stronger community relationships. Hear how art museums engage with social issues in authentic ways and explore the bipartisan line they walk when it comes to advocacy. Listen in as Alison shares her story of finding a passion for art history while working in the Davis family bu...

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Episode 206 – Carrie Barnett – A Journey of Mentoring

K12ArtChat the Podcast ·

2025/02/06

In this episode, The Creativity Department chats with NAEA’s Western Region Vice President, Carrie Barnett, about mentoring. Carrie shares her experience guiding mentees while encouraging creative independence. Learn about the challenges that come with mentoring others. Hear stories from her life that helped shape her philosophy, including one of a former student becoming an art educator because of her. Listen in to hear more on mentoring from Carrie!

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Episode 205 – Dr. Paul Fishwick – AI & the Art of...

K12ArtChat the Podcast ·

2025/01/30

In this episode, The Creativity Department chats with former professor of computer Science at UT Dallas, Dr. Paul Fishwick about AI and critical thinking in the art room. Dr. Fishwick shares his experience with AI, how he uses AI to infuse deeper critical thinking in his work, and how art educators can use it in their own art rooms. He also talks about the stanch “for” and “against” AI and the ethics behind using it in an educational setting, the repercussions that can arise and strategies fo...

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Episode 204 – James Wells – Crayola Creativity Week

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2025/01/23

In this episode, The Creativity Department chats with Crayola’s Manager of Education Content, James Wells. Listen in to learn about Crayola’s upcoming Creativity Week! Explore the meaning of creativity and ways of balancing traditional art supplies with the technology of modern art rooms. James shares inspirational ideas for celebrating Creativity Week across your school and information about how Crayola is partnering with schools and organizations to amplify impact. Listen in to learn more a...

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Episode 203 – Connected Arts Network (CAN) – Building...

K12ArtChat the Podcast ·

2025/01/16

In this episode, Oral Historian Dr. Mi'Jan Celie Tho-Biaz, Matt Grundler, and Connected Arts Network (CAN) members Rachel Harrison & Lissen Ellington share the strategies they use to build lasting relationships with students. Listen in and explore everything from introductory projects and representative examples to classroom routines and rituals that help create a sense of belonging. Hear how these arts educators have impacted students’ lives throughout their careers and how you can incor...

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Episode 202 – Connected Arts Network (CAN) –...

K12ArtChat the Podcast ·

2025/01/09

In this episode, Oral Historian Dr. Mi'Jan Celie Tho-Biaz, Matt Grundler, and Connected Arts Network (CAN) members Rachel Murray & Malissa Baker share how they incorporate their action research in their art classrooms to make it an inclusive space for students. By making adaptations to classroom environments and allowing students to develop a community within the art room. Listen in and discover how Rachel and Malissa make their arts classrooms engaging and inclusive spaces where students...

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Episode 201 – 2025 Vision Board

K12ArtChat the Podcast ·

2025/01/02

In this episode, Matt & Laura are back from winter break refreshed and ready to talk about the new year! With the successes of 2024 igniting what’s expected in 2025 they share their hopes, goals, and plans for the podcast in the New Year. Listen in to hear more from Laura & Matt and ring in the new year with an episode of #K12ArtChat the Podcast!

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Episode 200 – Julian Wade – A Legacy of Art Education

K12ArtChat the Podcast ·

2024/12/19

It’s our 200th episode! To celebrate, the Creativity Department invited Julian Wade, President of Davis Publications, on the podcast to talk about the deep history of Davis Publications. Discover the impact the world of art education has had on the Davis family, why art education is so strong today, and the depth of passion behind their work. Join in celebrating with Laura, Matt, and Julian by listening to this special conversation that reflects on the past, celebrates the present, and ...

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Episode 199 – Joshua Drews – Media Arts: Then & Now

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2024/12/12

In this episode, The Creativity Department chats with NAEA’s Southeastern Region Vice President, Joshua Drews about the evolution of Media Arts over the years. Throughout his career, Joshua’s students have used a variety of media but over the last handful of years much of that has been digital. In this episode, Joshua discusses how technology has evolved within the art classroom and changed it for the better. Learn how much technology has shifted since he started teaching and even from when h...

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Episode 198 – Katrina Berg – Balancing Creative...

K12ArtChat the Podcast ·

2024/12/05

In this episode, The Creativity Department chats with oil painter and host of the CANDYcolored podcast Katrina Berg to explore the art of balancing a thriving creative practice, a career in classroom teaching, and a fulfilling personal life. Katrina shares insights on staying inspired and how she nurtures creativity while managing multiple roles. Listen in to hear how Katrina’s experience can help you find harmony in your own chaos.

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Episode 197 – Dr. D'Wayne Edwards – Conversations...

K12ArtChat the Podcast ·

2024/11/21

In this episode, The Creativity Department discusses art and design careers with renowned designer and former design dierctor of Air Jordan, Dr. D’Wayne Edwards. Discover how Dr. Edwards embraced his creative passion to forge a career where he created over 50 patents, designed more than 500 footwear styles for premier entertainers, MLB, NFL, and NBA athletes, and earned numerous honors and awards. Listen in for advice and resources on how to guide students through choosing career paths in cre...

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Episode 196 – The Power of Storytelling Connected...

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2024/11/07

In this episode, Oral Historian Dr. Mi'Jan Celie Tho-Biaz, Matt Grundler, and Connected Arts Network (CAN) members Kimberly Olson and Kyla Davis share how they integrate storytelling in their arts classrooms. Hear how sharing their personal stories impacts their teaching. Learn how allowing students to express themselves openly and how observing students in the artmaking process can inform what they’d like to see more of in the classroom. Listen in and discover how Kimberly and Kyla make thei...

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