Articles written by Jo Murphy
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Animation Unleashed 100 Principles
The insight of writer Besen and illustrator Hallett clearly set out as 100 principles for aspiring animators, through to the most seasoned story tellers.
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Fractal Art of Tina Oloyede
Oloyede used programs such as Tierazon and Sterlingware to experiment with abstract art. She now uses Ultra Fractal ® to create beautiful fractal imagery.
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CGI and Digital Experimentation
Directors were willing to engage in experimentation with CGI, once they realised it would be easier to manipulate computer generated scenery rather than build real sets.
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Digital Art and the Discovery of Fractals
"The relationship of fractals in math to fractals in the natural world, is one of the reasons artists have been so successful in re-creating natural scenes digitally."
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Computer Aided Drawing
The program CAD saves time and work for illustrators, designers and drafters. CAD is suitable for engineers and designers from a variety of industries.
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Digital Media by Beryl Graham
Beryl Graham explores how the medium digital artists choose inspires their work. This is a complex topic area and one she explains simply but thoroughly.
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The Story of Mother Mary Stanislaus
When Julian Tenison Woods died in 1889, it was up to Sister Stanislaus of the Sisters of Perpetual Adoration to carry on the spirit and intentions of their founder.
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How to Create a Halloween Scrim
A simple way kids can entertain themselves on the eve of Halloween. Create spooky scrims by moving coloured cellophane and dark spooky shapes on an overhead projector.
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How to Make Roses With Paper Clay
Paper clay is lightweight and lends itself to fragile flower forms. Once students get a feel for the clay, they can make dozens of roses for a classroom display.
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Mathematical Basis of Computer Art
Creativity in mathematics and computer inspired artistic movements merge as artists inquire into the link between simple, functional form and aesthetics.
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Copy Art Pioneered in Canada
Although it was an international art movement, Canada is recognised for its major contribution to the art form called Copy Art.
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The Communication Art of Yoko Ono
In the mid -1950s Ono started writing scores, or instructions, in simple words for viewers as performers and as imagination exercises.
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Syntegration a Model of Integration
Multimedia Arts can be a fertile arena within which students learn techniques and working styles inspired by authentic purpose and context.
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Art or Painting Called Sand Animation
The magic referred to by de Zandtovenaar when talking of sand art as "sand, light, and magic," is the endless possibilities the innovative medium provides.
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How to Make Clay Hands
Hands constructed from clay can be props for plays, liturgies or other class room activities. If paper clay is used these simple sculptures can be sun hardened.
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Multimedia – A Combination of Genres
Sets of conventions form as genres. More often than not multimedia arts will cross into multiple genres as they borrow and recombine these conventions.
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The Development of Theatre Sports
Theatresports is a form of improvisational theatre, which is powered by impromptu scripting in the form of competition, using audience participation for dramatic effect.
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Ways to Teach Rhythm and Meter
Kevin Tuck says that there are many ways to teach percussion all of which are effective. His article explores the best aspects of the systems that are commonly used.
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How to Make Paper Mache Plates and Bowls
Paper mache is inexpensive and there is no limit to the expressive sculptural forms students are able to make for the class room or to take home as gifts from school.
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How to Make New Zealand POI
Teaching students how to make the dancers artifacts called Poi can be fun. Materials do not cost much and the simple instructions are easy to follow.
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Scripting an Artist's Statement
A lesson plan explaining the nature of an artist's statement begins with a webquest before students attempt to write a personal self reflection.
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Careers Resource for Visual Art Teachers
The marketing of a visual arts practice can be overlooked by arts educators. CAKUart is a growing artist's business and success resource for art students and teachers.
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How To Draw Animals by Susie Hodge
In her book, How To Draw Animals, Susie Hodge demonstrates 10 progressive drawing exercises designed to build the confidence of aspiring artists.
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How to Learn Photoshop Online
If planned and managed with care, schools will be able to run graphic arts clubs based around weekly instruction in the form of emailed video vignettes.
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How to Design a Photoshop Club
The benefits of creating a Photoshop Club to enhance the learning culture of schools are complimented by the creation of a bank of useful, local images.
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The 4 Agreements as an Arts Based Project
By making don Miguel Ruiz principles for living visible, art teachers can present practical strategies for integration of his wisdom philosophy into the arts classroom.
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How to Make a Finger Labyrinth in Clay
Students make a clay labyrinth, which when glazed becomes a beautiful, subtle art form. The process will provide a relaxation opportunity for the classroom.
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White Rose Student Group of WW II
Emulating strategies of passive resistance, German students published radical leaflets rejecting fascism and militarism, and calling for justice during WW II.
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How To Make Puzzle Christmas Cards
Puzzle cards are a way to produce worthwhile activities for the Christmas vacation. Making and receiving the puzzles will bring fun and laughter to the holiday period.
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How To Make an Advent Wreath
Although Advent wreaths have religious symbolic reference, they can be created to reflect context as this natural Australian approach shows.
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How to Structure Lyric Writing Classes
Steph Jorna, music teacher from Our Lady's College, talks about writing lyrics. She says,"Keep it simple, and stick to what has stood the test of time."
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How to Write a Song
Steph Jorna, music teacher from Our Lady's College, in Australia, claims that music is a challenging yet rewarding subject to teach.
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How to Make a Plaster Cast of a Clay Tile
Teachers can include many students in a ceramic tile wall project by making a cast of a tile. Each student can press his own tile to become part of the bigger picture
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Erin Kennedy is an Advocate For Youth
An interview with Erin Kennedy where she talks about using drama and creative art when teaching and when on Edmund Rice Camps. She discusses the meaning of an image.
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What Is Maths Through Art?
Art and Maths teachers use Arts based mathematical strategies with students. Through "Project Based Learning" they can see how Maths is used in the real world.
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Self-directed Learning for Art Students
An effective way to ensure students are learning at their own pace and ability level is to encourage them to learn techniques via YouTube.com instructional vignettes.
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Mardi Kearney Queensland Sculptor
A profound sense of narrative captures the meaning and feeling behind the stories Mardi Kearney portrays. Sculptures make history accessible and relevant for students.
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Whale Watching as a Creative Arts Project
Arts students experience whale watching on tour from the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. Environmental projects challenge Science, English and Creative Arts students
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Math Dance with Schaffer and Stern
Dr. Schaffer and Erik Stern show how, even though it seems counter-intuitive, to link math and dance. They claim both are a creative exploration of space and time.
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Carl Orff, Creator of Schulwerk
Carl Orff will not only be remembered as a musical composer. He developed a pedagogical system that allowed even young, untrained children to play music with ease.
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How To Make A Rain Stick
Create rain sticks in a cost effective manner by recycling old cardboard tubes as part of a multiple literacy approach to Math, Science or Religious Education.
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How to Prepare Claywork for Firing
Firing large quantities of clay work on a regular basis can be daunting and time consuming. These ideas will help you prepare, handle and store work efficiently.
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Teaching About the Qualities of Clay
Students use clay to their best advantage when teachers guide them to develop a rapport with the medium. Being mindful of clay's drying time is essential to success.
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How to Make Clay Dragons
Hand building clay dragons is an engaging art project students will enjoy. The class will experience purposeful drawing and design to guide the clay work.
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Capturing Essence Through Portraiture
Students explore characters by drawing a realistic portrait. Once deconstructed and reconstructed it is fashioned into a composition called a critical emotional response.
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The Dance Expression of a Filipino Prison
Does the idea of Filipino prisoners dancing on YouTube have relevance for the rest of the world? Will this form of creative expression become accepted internationally?
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Exploring the History of Glam Rock
A cooperative theatre research assignment investigates the history of Glam Rock. Deploy small work groups to create a chronology of the lifespan of a theatrical genre.
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How Artists Use Maquettes
A maquette is a small-scale version of a large artistic statement. Manageable prototypes allow collaborators to visualise an outcome before committing to an artwork.
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Authentic Voice in Creative Arts
Leadership Education has much to say to the Creative Arts. Faced with the daunting task of creating public expression, students develop faith in their authentic voice.
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Draw Really Cool Stuff by DuBosque
Drawing books by Doug DuBosque are always good value. This hardcover, spiral bound combination contains six of his most interesting topics.
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St Maria Goretti / Model for Youth
The story of this young saint models discernment. A forgiving young woman, Maria Goretti could think, judge and act upon her own inner convictions.
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Patron Saints for World Youth Day
Pilgrims have been asked to learn the 10 stories of the Patron Saints of World Youth Day. They are asked to pray and meditate on the extraordinary examples of grace.
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Celebrating World Youth Day 2008
WYD08 will mark the first visit of His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI to Australia. Youth from all over the world will gather in the spirit of renewal.
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Podcasting For Music Classes
Podcasting is a useful tool for music classrooms. Students can complete assignments when convenient. Teachers can listen to assignments when and where it suites.
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The Magic of Paper Sculpture
David Swinton shares creative paper art projects in an easy to read format . He supplies templates for sculptures described. Great as lesson fillers and group activities.
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Mother Teresa of Calcutta
Less than two years after her death, in view of Mother Theresa's widespread reputation, Pope John Paul II permitted the opening of her Cause of Canonization.
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Handmade Beaded Jewelry For Mother
Beautiful handmade beads can be used in a variety of ways. These recipes are cost effective. Students will enjoy creating a jewelry set as a gift for Mother's Day.
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How To Make Paper
The art of paper making is simple. The variety of textures, shades and grades is unlimited. An excellent activity for an art class with scope for personal flair.
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