tissues, paper towel tubes, hand sanitizer, paper plates, jumbo weight 4-ply yarn, plastic and styrofoam egg cartons, paper lunch bags, heavy duty aluminum foil, waxed paper, how to draw books, post cards of artwork... and anything else you can think of !
My Philosophy:
Every child is an artist and can create works of art that they can be proud of. It's not always easy to learn new things, but with practice it gets easier. Using a variety of techniques and tools also helps us achieve success.
Personal Information:
College and Degrees:
currently attending Kean Univ, NJ for a Masters degree in Studio Art
Moravian College, PA = Bachelors in Art + Teaching Certificate
SussexCounty College, NJ = BA Graphic Design
Morris County College, NJ = AA Business Administration
Favorite Quotes:
*Art washes away the soul the dust of everyday life.... Pablo Picasso
*Creativitytakes Courage... Henri Matisse
*I am always doing that which I can not do, in order that I may learn how to do it..... Pablo Picasso
*If I could say it in words, there would be no reason to paint... Edward Hopper
Interests:
Museums, books, traveling, dining out (I LOVE the breakfast out!)
Employment History:
Byram Lakes Elementary School in Byram Twp. , NJ
Mt. Olive Schools, NJ
Previously employed as secretarial, office mgr, admin assist. at:
Knoll Pharmaceutical Co
Medical Forum
Thomas Ferguson Assoc.
Also have worked P/T at Bamberger's, Treasure Island, and MaryBelle restaurant (all at Rockaway Mall)
Why Do I Teach?:
to bring knowledge, creativity and expression to students through the use of a variety of art materials, subject matter, including art history and cultural projects.