LISWire - Arts and Crafts for Librarians http://liswire.com/taxonomy/term/1667/feed en It's Fun to be Green Online Workshop for Librarians Starts August 15, 2013 http://liswire.com/content/its-fun-be-green-online-workshop-librarians-starts-august-15-2013 <p>It's Fun to be Green. Art Projects with the Environment in Mind.</p> <p>Sign up is at <a href="http://www.artmuseums.com/funtobeGreenLibrarian.htm" title="http://www.artmuseums.com/funtobeGreenLibrarian.htm">http://www.artmuseums.com/funtobeGreenLibrarian.htm</a></p> <p>Enroll Today Starts August 15, 2013</p> <p>Course Title-It’s Fun to Be Green! Art Programming for Librarians (Age 5-12 Emphasis)</p> <p>Course Description-This class is for librarians and staff who are looking for new art program and project ideas that incorporate an appreciation for the environment and the use of recycled objects for their Age 5-12 audience. Taught by Valerie Colston author of Teens Go Green! Tips, Techniques, Tools, and Themes for Young Adult Programming (Libraries Unlimited 2011,) the workshop teaches simple to follow and easy to implement going green basics. Topics include: A) How to use the most common throw away materials to create art B) Teaching children to appreciate nature through art activities C) Easy to follow art projects and programming that are economic and eco friendly D) Showing off and marketing your green programming. E) Developing a portfolio of ideas.</p> <p>Presenter</p> <p>Instructor Valerie Colston, M.A. is an author and art professor with many years of experience developing and teaching art programs in libraries in San Diego, California. She has also successfully taught librarians from libraries across the U.S. and other countries in her online Art and Crafts for Youth Librarians workshops. Ms. Colston, the facilitator of the workshop was an art consultant to the Wyland Foundation Ocean Challenge program for elementary teachers. Her book 200 Projects to Strengthen Your Art Skills published by Barrons Educational Series has received outstanding reviews appearing in School Library Journal, National Art Education Association newsletter, and more. Her It's Easy to be a Green Teen appeared in the youth librarian publication Voices of Youth Advocates magazine. She recently received a recommended review from Teacher Librarians magazine for her Teens Go Green! Tips, Techniques, Tools, and Themes for Young Adult Programming published by Libraries Unlimited 2011 . </p> <p>Course Objectives</p> <p>Librarians and staff who take this class will learn teaching techniques for working with the 5-12 age group, they will also learn simple techniques for creating art projects and programming using recycled materials. Participants will also gain a portfolio of creative programming ideas that deal with environmental themes which can be easily incorporated into their events immediately. Participants will stretch their creativity and skills while having an expert at hand to help them as they develop confidence in their own abilities.</p> <p>Format</p> <p>The workshop is offered completely online and takes 12 hours to complete.</p> <p>The enrollment fee is $59.00</p> <p>The online class is 4 weeks in length, online, and 12 hours overall.</p> <p>Approved for 12 LEU units for Indiana Librarians</p> <p>Week 1-Basic Supplies, Tips for Working with Children, Themes</p> <p>This unit outlines the supplies you will need to get started. Tips for working with this age group will be discussed. You will learn the basics for developing themes and ideas, and share resources for creating a variety of green art projects and programming. How to use recycled materials to create puppets, dinosaurs, and other items that can be used in story times, and to enhance reading, and displays will be introduced. Making gifts and items for celebrations and holidays are also included.</p> <p>Week 2-Creating Projects and Programming with Environment in Mind</p> <p>This unit presents hands on projects and programming that focus on the natural environment. Garden, Oceans, and other natural wonders will be the emphasis of the projects this week. Budget friendly materials will be introduced. Get inspired and begin to create your own ideas. Finding and using resources will be included.</p> <p>Week 3-Money Matters and Green Themes</p> <p>Budget will be the focus of this unit. Participants will learn how to create projects under $1.00. Tips for creating a portfolio will be included. How will you use these ideas in your own library? Find recycling materials in unexpected places.</p> <p>Week 4-Make It and They will Come</p> <p>This last week will be a busy week with many projects and programming ideas. Learn simple marketing techniques to reach out to the community and bring them back to your library.</p> <p>For more information Contact:<br /> Valerie Colston<br /> <a href="mailto:art259@hotmail.com">art259@hotmail.com</a><br /> 858-453-2278</p> Press Release Arts and Crafts for Librarians children's programming Company going green Librarians Professional Growth Fri, 02 Aug 2013 14:44:42 +0000 vcolston 1625 at http://liswire.com Arts and Crafts for Librarians Online Workshop http://liswire.com/content/arts-and-crafts-librarians-online-workshop-0 <p>Arts and Crafts for Librarians Online Workshop________________________________________<br /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE<br /> San Diego, CA — August 22, 2012<br /> Media Contact: Valerie Colston, Art Teacher on the Net<br /> 858-453-2278<br /> <a href="mailto:art259@hotmail.com">art259@hotmail.com</a><br /> <a href="mailto:crafts@artmuseums.com">crafts@artmuseums.com</a><br /> <a href="http://www.artmuseums.com/youthlibrarians.htm" title="http://www.artmuseums.com/youthlibrarians.htm">http://www.artmuseums.com/youthlibrarians.htm</a></p> <p> San Diego, CA March 22-Art Teacher on the Net is sponsoring 4 week online non-credit professional development workshops available now.<br /> Are you the one responsible for creating arts and crafts programs? Do you need new creative art project ideas for your Summer Reading Program or other events? Tired of the same ole, same ole. This is your opportunity to develop a portfolio of ideas that you can use with your Preschool through Teen visitors. This 4 week online workshop is taught by an art professor who has first hand experience developing library art programs. Interact with other Youth Librarians and a real art professor. The online class is open 24/7. Access the online workshop at your convenience.<br /> Instructor Valerie Colston, M.A. is an art professor and author with many years of experience developing and teaching art programs as an Art Performer at several San Diego local libraries. She teaches 100 Art Ideas for Teachers at the University of California, Extension in San Diego, California and a variety of Art history courses online through colleges and universities. Her book 200 Projects to Strengthen Your Art Skills published by Barrons Educational Series has received outstanding reviews appearing in School Library Journal, National Art Education Association newsletter, and more. Her "It's Easy to be a Green Teen" appeared in the youth librarian publication Voices of Youth Advocates October 09 issue. Teens Go Green! Tips, Techniques, Tools and Themes for YA Programming. Libraries Unlimited Professional guides for Young Adult Librarians Series 2011 will be released this year.<br /> Here's what youth librarians who have taken the class are saying about the workshop:<br /> In working on this workshop I have worked also on my Summer Reading Program for our library. Week 3 gave so many ideas to use that it was fun to do them and discover which ones would work well for our young patrons. I now have crafts for at least 2 of the 4 books we will read in my Youth Discussion Group. I am well ahead of the game.</p> <p>I really enjoyed answering the questions about the piece of art in the museum. I want to use some of the questions I learned this summer when we read "Chasing Vermeer" because the book deals with a piece of art.</p> <p>Thanks for all the help with one of my books for the Summer Reading Program.</p> <p>Well, I had not thought about bonding art and books together in one reading hour before, so I got new and interesting views of what to do. Thank you for the wonderful ideas.<br /> I had a great time brainstorming ideas and reading the suggestions everyone had!<br /> I feel I learned how to study a painting in more depth. That a painting is made up of many facets. The lines, colors and textures all blend together to make one painting.</p> <p>I gained lots of great ideas from everyone. The ideas were great and I will incorporate some of them into my programs.</p> <p>I will keep a copy of the different things I have learned in this session of the class to apply it to painting I encounter. It is exciting.</p> <p>I bookmarked several of the sites presented in the lessons which will come in handy when I get stuck for ideas. It also helps reading the other's experiences in working with library patrons in crafts events.</p> <p>Finding ideas are hard to find and this is a wealth of information for myself and the library.</p> <p>Thank you very much for the wonderful and interesting web-sites, you mentioned. There are so great ideas.</p> <p>I was delighted to find some new web sites for inspiration - many of my students love to draw and I hope to integrate some of the cartoon drawing lessons in to our weekly book club meetings, possibly in the creation of bookmarks, etc.</p> <p>It has been great having so much information all in one place. I enjoyed browsing through the many websites &amp; links. Many are new to me. I appreciate all of your suggestions for organization, supplies, storage, recycling, and art tips &amp; resources.</p> <p>Where do I begin! I have learned about so many resources. I really liked the online scavenger hunt, what a great idea. I also really loved the letter writing with beads.</p> <p>This week gave me a great many resources to use in our library. I really had to think for the scavenger hunt but I love the idea and did work our a hunt. I also thought the "wanted" poster was fun as well . . .</p> <p>There really are a wealth of information and ideas to explore.</p> <p>I would recommend this class to others. After all I took this class because my supervisor recommended it to me.</p> <p>This is a non-credit workshop created by Art Teacher on the Net, <a href="http://www.artmuseums.com" title="www.artmuseums.com">www.artmuseums.com</a><br /> For more information Contact-Valerie Colston @ 858-453-2ART or through email at <a href="mailto:art259@hotmail.com">art259@hotmail.com</a><br /> Sign Up Today at <a href="http://www.artmuseums.com/youthlibrarians.htm" title="http://www.artmuseums.com/youthlibrarians.htm">http://www.artmuseums.com/youthlibrarians.htm</a><br /> Enroll Today. This is a 4 week workshop only $59.00 (USD) UK, Canadian, Australian and other currency accepted on the Pay Pal secure website.</p> Press Release Arts and Crafts for Librarians Company Librarians Librarians youth librarians Wed, 22 Aug 2012 16:56:01 +0000 vcolston 1327 at http://liswire.com November Workshops for Librarians http://liswire.com/content/november-workshops-librarians <p>San Diego, California</p> <p>For Immediate Release</p> <p>October 27, 2011 Contact: Valerie Colston <a href="mailto:artprofessor@gmail.com">artprofessor@gmail.com</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.artmuseums.com/workshops4teachers.htm" title="http://www.artmuseums.com/workshops4teachers.htm">http://www.artmuseums.com/workshops4teachers.htm</a></p> <h3 class="style6"><strong>Cartoons for the Classroom Teacher and Librarian</strong></h3> <p class="style2">A once taboo<br /> medium has become an effective medium in the classroom.&nbsp; Graphic<br /> Novels, Comics, Magna, Anime and Cartoon will be introduced along with<br /> simple cartooning techniques will be presented.</p> <p class="style2">Price:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /> $59.00</p> <p class="style2">Enroll:&nbsp;<br /> <a href="http://www.artmuseums.com/cartoonclass.htm">Cartooning in the<br /> Classroom.</a></p> <p class="style2">12 hours<br /> Non-Credit</p> <p class="style2">&nbsp;</p> <h3 class="style9"><strong>Meet at the Museum</strong></h3> <p class="style2"> Meet others and learn something about famous art from around the nation<br /> in this 4 week online class.</p> <p class="style2">Price:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /> $59.00</p> <p class="style2">Enroll<a href="http://www.artmuseums.com/meetmuseum.htm">:&nbsp;<br /> Meet @ the Museum</a></p> <p class="style2">12 hours<br /> Non-Credit</p> <h3 class="style3"><strong>Floral Design and Fine Art</strong></h3> <p class="style2">&nbsp;</p> <p>This four<br /> week workshop looks at art shows and fine art that incorporate and are<br /> inspired by flower arrangement as the subject of art. We will take<br /> virtual trips to art shows.&nbsp; A fun and informative class.<br /> </p><p class="style2">&nbsp;</p> <p class="style2">Price:<br /> $59.00<br /> </p><p class="style2">Enroll:&nbsp;<br /> <a href="http://www.artmuseums.com/floralart.htm">Art &amp; Floral Design</a></p> <p class="style2">12 hours<br /> Non-Credit</p> <p class="style2">&nbsp;</p> <h3><strong>Looking at Paintings &amp; Architecture from the American West</strong></h3> <p class="style2">This four<br /> week workshop will look at fine art paintings, museums, and projects<br /> that emphasize Native American, Pioneer and Cowboy Paintings and<br /> Architecture.&nbsp; </p> <p class="style2">&nbsp;</p> <p class="style2">Price:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /> $59.00</p> <p class="style2">Enroll: Art<br /> of the Am.West</p> <p class="style2">12 hours<br /> Non-Credit</p> <p class="style2">&nbsp;</p> <h3 class="style5"><strong>Reading, Writing, and the Visual Arts</strong></h3> <p class="style2">This four<br /> week workshop looks at teaching literacy through the visual arts for<br /> Teachers K-6 and Librarians.</p> <p class="style2">&nbsp;</p> <p class="style2">Price:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /> $59.00</p> <p class="style2">Enroll<a href="http://www.artmuseums.com/readart.htm">:<br /> Reading, Writing, and the Visual Arts</a></p> <p class="style2">12 hours<br /> Non-Credit</p> <p class="style2">&nbsp;</p> <h3>The Museum as Classroom</h3> <p class="style2">This four<br /> week workshop shares the value of using the on site and virtual art<br /> museum as a resource and teaching tool in your classroom. The class is<br /> for teachers, parents, museum educators and others.</p> <p class="style2">&nbsp;</p> <p class="style2">Price:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /> $59.00</p> <p class="style2">Enroll:&nbsp;<br /> <a href="http://www.artmuseums.com/museumclass.htm">MuseumClassroom</a></p> <p class="style2">12 hours<br /> Non-Credit</p> <p class="style2">&nbsp;</p> <h3>Art of Vincent Van Gogh</h3> <p class="style2">This four<br /> week workshop will teach you all things van Gogh.&nbsp; Take the class<br /> for yourself or to teach others.</p> <p class="style2">&nbsp;</p> <p class="style2">Price:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /> $59.00</p> <p class="style2">Enroll:&nbsp;<br /> <a href="http://www.artmuseums.com/vangogh.htm">VanGoghClass</a></p> <p class="style2">12 hours<br /> Non-Credit</p> <h3 class="style4"><strong>Looking at and Writing About Art</strong></h3> <p class="style2">This four<br /> week workshop offers is for anyone interested in learning how to look at<br /> and understand art.&nbsp; You will learn a simple method for describing,<br /> analyzing and interpreting major art works. Art Students, Art Lovers,<br /> Teachers, or anyone interested in learning more about art, this class is<br /> waiting for you.</p> <p class="style2">&nbsp;</p> <p class="style2">Price:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /> $59.00</p> <p class="style2"> Enroll: <a href="http://www.artmuseums.com/lookingatart.htm">Looking at Art</a></p> <p class="style2">12 hours<br /> Non-Credit</p> <p class="style2">&nbsp;</p> <p> <em><strong>Washington Crossing the Delaware<br /> </strong></em></p> <p> <em>Learn Techniques for Looking at and Understanding Art</em></p> <h3>Art Project Ideas for Artists, Students, and Teachers</h3> <p class="style2">Taught by the<br /> author, this four week workshop draws upon the book <strong>200 Projects<br /> to Strengthen Your Art Skills</strong> as inspiration for creating art<br /> projects. </p> <p class="style2">&nbsp;</p> <p class="style2">Price:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /> $59.00</p> <p class="style2">Enroll:&nbsp;<br /> <a href="http://www.artmuseums.com/200ideas.htm">Art Project Ideas</a></p> <p class="style2">12 hours<br /> Non-Credit</p> <p class="style2">&nbsp;</p> <h3 class="style7"><strong>Art for Librarians</strong></h3> <p class="style2">This four<br /> week workshop offers librarians, and YSL art ideas,networking with<br /> others, and the convenience of online learning.</p> <p class="style2">&nbsp;</p> <p class="style2">Price:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /> $59.00</p> <p class="style2">Enroll<a href="http://www.artmuseums.com/youthlibrarian.htm">:&nbsp;<br /> Art 4 Librarians</a></p> <p class="style2">12 hours<br /> Non-Credit</p> <h3 class="style3"><strong>Selecting Art for Your Home or Office</strong></h3> <p class="style2">This four<br /> week workshop offers shows you how and where to find art and how to<br /> decide what you may want to buy depending upon your tastes, interests,<br /> and budget.</p> <p class="style2">&nbsp;</p> <p class="style2">Price:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /> $59.00</p> <p class="style2">Enroll:<a href="http://www.artmuseums.com/art4homeandoffice.htm">Art4Home/Office</a></p> <p class="style2">12 hours<br /> Non-Credit</p> <h3>It's Fun to be Green for Librarians Workshop</h3> <p class="style2">This four<br /> week workshop shows librarians and YSL</p> <p class="style2">simple ideas<br /> for creating projects with the environment and budget in mind.</p> <p class="style2">&nbsp;</p> <p class="style2">Price:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /> $59.00</p> <p class="style2">Enroll:<a href="http://www.artmuseums.com/greenlibrarian.htm">Green<br /> Librarian</a></p> <p class="style2">12 hours<br /> Non-Credit</p> <h3>Art for the School Librarian</h3> <p class="style2">This four<br /> week workshop offers unique ideas and project ideas for the school<br /> librarian.</p> <p class="style2">&nbsp;</p> <p class="style2">Price:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /> $59.00</p> <p class="style2">Enroll<a href="http://www.artmuseums.com/schoollibrarianclass.htm"> &nbsp;School<br /> Librarian</a></p> <p class="style2">12 hours<br /> Non-Credit</p> <p class="style12">Copyright October 2011 ArtMuseums.Com</p> Press Release Arts and Crafts for Librarians Company Librarians Librarians School Librarians workshops for librarians YSL Thu, 27 Oct 2011 14:50:09 +0000 vcolston 1101 at http://liswire.com
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