Episode #32 The Art of Teaching Art w/ Beth Johnson

Art Condition

Is it worth it to go to art school? What makes a great teacher? What makes a great student? How do you teach creativity? why is art important in schools? How can teachers play the most effective role in the progress of young artists?

This week we are talking to

Beth Johnson

Beth is a fantasy illustrator that works with traditional and digital media. She has been interested in the imagery of all things fantastical since she was a young girl and seeks to invoke visions of other worlds and their inhabitants through her illustrations. Beth believes that every single person has the potential to develop the skills to create if they have the desire to learn. She is currently working toward her BFA with a teaching certification so that she can help her students foster a deep love and appreciation of art.

Website - http://www.daydreamsanddragonwings.com/

Twitch - http://www.twitch.tv/daydragon

Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/daydreams_n_dragonwings

Twitter - http://www.twitter.com/bethjart

During this episode we talk to Beth about her choice to take the path of teacher and mentor. We talk to her about her passion to nurture young minds and help keep the creative spirit alive during a time when young people will feel powerful external forces pressing on them: Highschool.

We discuss the relationship between students and teachers and what each can do to maximize the positive outcomes in the relationship. Having been in each role at various times in her life, Beth brings a valuable insight for anyone who finds themselves in either.

Lastly, we talk about the temptations that teaching can have for the ego and how to avoid becoming over-zealous when given the opportunity to shape impressionable minds.

This episode is more philosophical than hard business. Its a great episode to reflect on our mindset and worldview and I think you will find it to be a warm light of encouragement.