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Small Projects, Big Impact: The Elements of Art and Principles of Design Journal

By John McCaulley, posted on Sep 18, 2025

A few years ago, I introduced a new approach to teaching the elements of art and principles of design using small-scale art projects in an art journal. The idea was to create a more dynamic, manageable way for students to explore design concepts and multiple media, while keeping them engaged and motivated.

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