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Do art teachers have to be artists?
To say one must be an artist in order to teach art implies that acquiring artistic skills equates to understanding teaching methodologies when, in fact, the two are mutually exclusive. The truth is, just because one is an artist doesn’t necessarily mean one is a very good teacher.
Can you be an art teacher if you cant draw?
It’s perfectly fine. Despite publishing hundreds of lesson plans that explain the process of teaching art to kids, it really does come down to you. It really doesn’t matter if you can draw or paint well, but if you can explain how to do a lesson, the kids will get it.
What is the difference between an art teacher and an artist?
The significant difference is that, while the studio artist focuses on one problem, the art teacher is required to develop many individualized learning strategies for an oftentimes creatively uneven group.
Do art teachers want to teach digital art?
According to the 2019 State of Art Education Survey, 52.2\% of art teachers want to learn more about teaching digital art effectively. However, only 21.9\% of art teachers feel comfortable teaching a digital arts curriculum. The want and need to teach digital medium is there, but is it truly important to teach?
Should artists be able to undo their mistakes?
Unlike the undo button on a digital device, mistakes can’t always be easily erased. This restriction forces an artist to problem-solve their solution to physically fix their error. Better yet, it encourages an artist to no longer make those mistakes and ultimately improves their skills.
Do teachers discriminate against creative students?
Studies show that teachers overwhelmingly discriminate against creative students, favoring their satisfier classmates who more readily follow directions and do what they’re told.
What are some common misconceptions about the art world?
There are many misconceptions about the art world. Ask someone to describe what it means to be an artist, and they will probably paint a picture of one of two extremes. There is no perceived middle ground, no stability, no security: there are simply those who make it, and those who don’t.