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Developing Courses

5/17/2020

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Like all the other teachers in the worId I have been hard at work since mid-March writing new procedures and making video lessons for my classes at the two schools  where I have been teaching this year. I don't need to travel from home to two different schools each day. That has been a blessing.  I discovered that I like creating videos lessons, talking on camera and setting up my Google Classrooms. So much so, that I am building a couple of courses for my own workshops.  I have two Photo-Painting courses in the works. One is for the iPad and the other is for  Adobe Photohop. Both show you how to create meaningful art from your own photographs.
Art making should help you express yourself. Don't waste time using other people's images.
In the classes, I show you how to use your own old photos or new ones that you capture for the course.
I make the instruction short and to the point and give you the opportunity to create with me by your side in the form discussions on each assignment.  
In addition to teaching, I sell my art through retailers like Art.com and Amazon Canvas.
I also do studio art workshops in summer.
Leave me a message if you would like to be notified when the courses are available.
See a snippet of the  iPad Paint Can course on the left.
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New Habits

11/13/2019

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I read an article at Edutopia about keeping record of your teaching. I have always wanted to do that.  I'm in a unique place this school year. I'm teaching at two schools. One in Baltimore city and one in the county. 
I teach high school students digital photography and graphic design in a large private school and middle school art in a small private school.
I have been teaching art for about 20 years so I have seen the change in the way kids process information as well as what they are willing to give you in respect to thier time. Attention span has reduced dramatically, especially for art class. Enough boring stuff!
PAPER MACHE
This week at my Middle School I started a paper mache project for 7th and 8th grade.
The kids love this. With minimal instruction and Google/Pinterest searches they are off and running, balling up newspaper and taping heads to bodies and asking me how to make a wrapped candy or other fun idea.  I don't tell them what to make. I only give them size restrictions. Storing all 60 projects while we are in process will be a challenge in my tiny room.
LINE DRAWING
The sixth grade has started pencil and line. I had them try some blind contour drawing. This is where you look only at the subject you are drawing and not a the paper. Only a couple of students were able to understand and do this correctly. We will try again this Friday.
​POSTER PROJECT
At my high school, graphic design students are working on a poster project to teach them some Graphic Arts history .  They will do do three things in this project.
  • Choose a movement that interests them and write a one page paper describing the movement, a prominient artist and two works that the artist created.
  • Choose a social issue 
  • Create a poster to raise awareness for the social issue in the style of the movement that they have chosen.  
    I begin with a power point and and a handout with a list issues to help them pick a social issue that resonates with them.
One thing that I was hoping for was a greater variety of social issues. Most kids chose pollultion, which is worthy, however we have many more issues facing us today.
CYANOTYPE
In Digital Photo students are creating cyanotypes.  I begin with a power point that covers some film developing basics and then goes into how to create a cyanotype and who first developed and used this photo process.
We have printed the negatives and I am hoping to paint the paper and do some prints. It's only going to be a high of 39 today. This is not exactly the weather for an outdoor activity.  With cyanotype you develop in sunlight or a UV light, which I have. Maybe I will go that route.


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BeadSocial DIY Kits

8/11/2019

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This summer I invested in some great Pewter spacer beads as well as lapis and amethyst rough cut beads. I have a couple of simple earring designs to show you. I also created several great looking stretch bracelets and fun shell fragment charms from my trip to the beach.
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Fine Art Update

It has been a busy summer for my art. I placed 7 large paintings at new venue in Philadelphia. I have also made a connection with a fantastic printer. After years of trying to find a way to offer great prints through my website I have decided to list my art on Pictorem. This company goes way beyond the other canvas print places. They offer image optimization, really cool varnishes and many frame styles. You can see my site here.
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An Ambitious Artist

4/27/2018

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It can be difficult for me to stay focused in one creative area.  I have two wonderful ambitions. One is painting and the other is creating beaded jewelry.
Both of these processes are yielding lots of art and ideas.  I want to share these ideas and art works you, so I am working on two websites, this one, sarahbutcher.com and my sister site bead social.
sarahbutcher.com showcases my fine art and beadsocial is my creative event company.
My paintings are available for you to purchase.  Each one is a 20 x 30 inch canvas print.  Because these are digital paintings I can create them in other sizes and surfaces as well.
I am working on product listings for each one.  If you are interested in purchasing  a painting now  email me,with the title and size you want and I will create a piece for you.  Shipping is free and your satisfaction is guaranteed. I will refund you the  purchase price if you are unhappy for any reason. email


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Photographs to Paintings : where do they fit in?

2/19/2018

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The paintings on my home page are painted from my photographs. They begin as a record of something, someone, sometimes me and they end as abstractions, where only the colors of the original photograph remain. They ability to paint rapidly allows me to create a series from a single photographic image.
They are at once very satisfying to create and somewhat unwilling because the painting happens so quickly.
I wish to see the images printed large, perhaps each painting is printed 18 x 24 inches, hanging together to create a huge statement.

​They are available for purchase. contact me by email: sagehare@outlook.com
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Check Out My You Tube Channel!

9/20/2017

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I have started a youtube channel.  I'd like to share my artistic processes with a larger audience. My production equipment is quite basic but I think it's a pretty good setup to show how to use your phone or tablet to create art. 
I use a Mac Book Air running Yosemite. This version allows you to use Quicktime to capture everything that's happening on your device while recording your voice at the same time, like Screencastify.  I have created a few videos that show how to use Adobe Sketch to create paintings from a photo, in acrylic and watercolor media. If you get a chance to view a video and try out the process, I 'd love to hear from you.
here's the link;  https://www.youtube.com/user/sagehare
Happy Art Making!
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Some additional links and thoughts for the Smart Phone Art Making Workshop

7/18/2017

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I'd like to thank the Mt. Vernon Conservancy for allowing me to bring my workshops to
Mt. Vernon Place this summer. It has been a wonderful experience. We still have a children's class this Saturday and another watercolor class scheduled for some time in September.
Before time gets away from me, I am posting some links for those who attended the class on July 11. Please feel free to email or message me if you have questions about any of the apps or processes.

ADOBE
Adobe Corporation is one of the places I go for artistic inspiration,tools and instruction.
Many of the desktop applications are subscription based, however, they have many free apps and learning resources.  Here are some you might want to check out:

Photoshop Mix v2.0 (Android, iOS): Work With Layers on Touchscreens Forget about Photoshop Touch and even the powerful Photoshop Express. Adobe is working hard on a new app that puts both of those to shame. In July, Photoshop Mix finally updated to v2.0 and brought a slew of fantastic new features.

Photoshop Fix (iOS): The Best of Photoshop Touch, for Free The touchscreen-friendly version of Photoshop has been around for some time, but Photoshop Express burdens you with annoying in-app purchases. However, not many people know about Photoshop Fix, and it’s Adobe’s best-kept secret.

Adobe Spark Suite (Web, iOS): Create Beautiful Posts, Articles, or Videos Not everyone is born with great aesthetic sense. So even if you’re good with creating content, you might not have the style to be able to translate it into an incredible video or a photo with gorgeous graphics.

Adobe Photoshop Sketch | Sketch and paint app
(Android, iOS):
Create expressive drawings anywhere using natural drawing tools like pencils, pens, markers, and watercolor brushes with Adobe Photoshop Sketch.
www.adobe.com/products/sketch.html

The Adobe Education Exchange
This is a free resource with courses for teachers and students.

Brushes for Photoshop and Sketch
Use Master Painter Edvard Munch's brushes in Adobe Photoshop and Sketch
Check out this link and video to see how Kyle T. Webster created 7 brushes from the master's actual archived paintbrushes.

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I created this image "Yosemite" in Photoshop using the Munch brushes.
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Exciting Ideas and Initiatives!

1/13/2017

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I am introducing 3 Fabulous Party ideas for 2017!
Check them out on my Fabulous Party Ideas page. One of the ideas is called BeadSocial.
​have purchased the domain name and am building the website. It is pretty close to launch! BeadSocial is an adult beading party similar to other creative party activities which you may be familiar. I am looking forward to getting this little business started because I have a love for jewelry making and teaching. If we can do this with a glass of wine then so much the better!
I wonder if it is unusual for an artist to have such a diverse number of endeavors going on all at once?
After I thought about this, I think that I am an entrepreneurial artist.
I believe I have these ideas because I have a passion for creating satisfying and meaningful art and art experiences.
I want to bring art to everyone. Art that you can make and art that you can buy and enjoy in your home or workplace.
I believe that artwork enhances your life experience . As you sit for a meal or crash on the sofa at night, I'd like to see you surround yourself with art. When picking your art the only thing you need to know is whether or not it appeals to you. It doesn't matter the movement or artist. It's all about the warm humanity that those paintings or objects evoke in your dwelling. Look around, I bet your place is screaming for that cultural connection.

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Holiday Week Art Workshops at Towson Arts Collective

12/13/2016

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Im offering two fun workshops at TAC. Touch or click the button below to find out more.
perfect for kids ages 10 and up, adults too!
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Art Workshops
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Digital Media  and Art Workshops

11/29/2016

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I'm happy to announce that I am on the schedule for my Digital Art Workshops at the Baltimore County Public Library. The classes will not be posted until January. But this link should take you there.
I will be hosting two hours workshops at a number of the branches.
These are free to the public. You will be able to create a piece of art and take it home with you!
I am also negotiating workshop space at the Towson Art Collective Gallery in Towson.
I would like to offer classes to Home School students and Adults on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday mornings.
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    In my professional life I am foremost an artist. I am happiest when making something. I love to "try things out" and create prototypes until I hit on something that "works"
    I hope that devotion to to my art rubs off on my students.
    ​I love to teach creative concepts and give students the skills to develop their style and unique way to make a mark in this ever increasingly buzzing world! I have a BA degree in Fine Art and a certification in Web design.  I won my first art award in 1980 and have exhibited work in New York and Baltimore.  Several pieces of my art have been published in literary journals, including  "The Red Anthology" by Indigo Press.
    I was honored to be the first recipient of a grant that allowed me to travel to France to study the masters. I love the light captured in impressionist paintings. Being able to see the work of Monet and visit Giverny was an important turning point in my understanding of painting.

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  • Sarah Butcher
    • About
    • Distressed Leather Bracelet
    • FAQ
    • Studio Talk
    • Sarah Butcher Art in Retail Stores
    • Amethyst Videos
  • Studio Art Workshops
    • Watercolor Class
    • Drawing Class
    • Acrylic Painting on Canvas
    • Kid's Classes
  • Shop Jewelry
  • Digital Art Workshops
  • Fine Art
  • Jewelry and Craft Supplies
  • Wine & Paint Wine Bottles Nite!
  • Watercolor Workshop Reference Images
  • Ideas for the Wine and Paint Wine Bottles Night
  • Original Paintings
  • Terra cotta