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I believe education, especially art education, creates opportunities for students to expand possibilities and discover potential in themselves leading people to dig into their inners. As an international educator, I combine Eastern and Western education features, such as independent thinking and solid capacity as a maker. Based on my own experience, I think it is important to cultivate students' international outlook because Art and culture are inseparable. Knowing the different cultures of art can stimulate students to visualize from another perspective. As an instructor, I adjust my teaching because I know that every student is different. I have taught learners ranging from young children to college students and adults since 2015. I have taught at Unison Arts, The State University of New York at Purchase, The State University of New York at New Paltz, Mount Saint Mary College, The D.R.A.W. Kingston, The Cornell Creative Arts Center, The Mid-Hudson Chinese Language Center, The Creative Center at University Settlement, and Tainan Municipal Dagang Elementary School.
Q: What art classes do you teach in educational institutions?
A: I teach a range of studio art and art foundation courses that are mainly designed for first-year art students to build the practical skills to move forward into advanced courses. My teaching focuses on practical skills, material exploration, and creative problem-solving. Beyond teaching aesthetic knowledge and art properties, I also teach students to build a sustainable studio art practice. Courses covered include 2D and 3D art, installation art, public art, and environmental art, with skills in design drawing, painting, printmaking, woodworking, metal fabrication, clay sculpting, casting and mold making, laser cutting, 3D printing, photo documenting, and video editing.
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(* CV and student work examples, lessons plan and teaching philosophy available upon request.)
Q: Do you also teach art classes or workshops in community setting?
A: Yes. I teach art classes and workshops in museums, art centers, nonprofit organizations, and other community settings. These programs can range from introductory hands-on activities to more process-oriented workshops. I adapt the structure, materials, and level of instruction to participants and each program's goals. I enjoy creating accessible ways for people to experiment with materials and ideas, whether they have extensive art experience or are encountering a process for the first time. For teaching inquiries, workshops, visiting artist opportunities, or short-term courses, please contact me for a collaboration. You can find my current workshops at "Event Sign-Up."
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Painting and Drawing: still life, portrait & human anatomy, landscape, life drawing, and Chinese brush painting. Focusing on dry and wet mediums in pencil, charcoal, pastel, ink, watercolor, acrylic, and oil paint.
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Sculpture: figure modeling, clay sculpting, blocks carving, casting and mold making.
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Printmaking: Relief, Intaglio, Lithographic, and Silkscreen.
