Teaching Meaning in Artmaking

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By Sydney R. Walker

Built on a constructivist philosophy of learning, Teaching Meaning in Artmaking explores ways of fostering inquiry and discovery in the studio classroom. The works of contemporary artists are used to help explain the role of big ideas and personal connections in artmaking. Tips on designing meaningful studio instruction and problem-solving strategies, and questions and practical strategies on “unpacking” the artmaking process are included. 160 pages, softcover

Table of Contents:

1. Big Ideas and Artmaking
2. Personal Connections
3. Building a Knowledge Base for Artmaking
4. Problem Solving
5. Setting Boundaries
6. Designing Studio Instruction
7. Ways of Working: Artist’s Practices

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