Art Class Curator

Balancing education and artistic expression can be a difficult task in todays’ school system. Finding ways to incorporate art into students’ daily lives and help them find relevance in artistic structure in the world is important. Ilona Szekely is passionate about helping students understand the technicalities of art but also the dynamics of creativity. She has worked in various professional settings, including colleges and public schools, along with being a practicing artist herself. Tune into this episode of Art Class Curator to learn more about balancing your classroom education and helping students cultivate personal expression in art.  Show Highlights: Background and experiences  Finding your right place in the education system  Shifting focus and utilizing visual experiences  Incorporating art projects that students think are important  Art Ilona likes to make and materials to use  Translating every day issues to art  Balancing being an artist and an educator  Using art to spend time with your kids  Ho