Elementary students develop a renewed interest in master studies when challenged to put their own twist on famous artworks.

SchoolArts editor-in-chief Frank Juárez explores how connecting with students and nurturing curiosity can lead to unexpected discoveries.

AMACO (American Art Clay Company, Inc.) continues to be a leader and innovator for ceramics in the areas of art, technology, and education.

The General Pencil Company is a historic, family-owned American manufacturer based in Jersey City, New Jersey, that has been handcrafting traditional wood pencils and fine art supplies since 1889.

The #1 kiln used in schools. Kids Need Clay helps schools start and sustain ceramics programs with full support.

Royal & Langnickel is a pioneer and market leader in manufacturing the finest quality art and craft brushes, tools and artist materials.

Kiln calibration is crucial for educators to ensure consistent and reliable firings in the classroom. This guide focuses on the importance of calibration, highlighting benefits like improved glaze results and fewer ruined pieces. Learn how to use pyrometric witness cones and measure heat work accurately to optimize kiln performance.

High-school students draw on a nontraditional, curved surface using permanent ink, adapting their designs as they work.

Middle-school students render still-life drawings of popcorn, focusing on shape, value, texture, and form.

Elementary students test their problem-solving skills as they incorporate random elements into imaginative scenes.

Young students use painting and printing techniques to create abstract representations of growing plants and trees.

Sculptor and installation artist Lynn Simmons combines found objects and natural materials to create works that invite viewers to contemplate the narratives they evoke.