I teach visual arts from a responsive approach that listens to class discussions, and student responses. I use visual journals as well to discover what my students are curious and interested about to develop visual art curriculum. From what was observed, discovered, and discussed, emergent curriculum can help students investigate further avenues for deeper understanding

Nothing in life is done in a vacuum. Problem-solving can be enabled through creative lenses and art-based projects that brings visibility to learning. Art-based activities build and apply prior knowledge of a topic towards new discoveries. As an artist-educator, I model the tasks and art techniques for students to integrate in their artmaking process. Acting as a facilitator allows for student agency and student-centered teaching that emphasizes the process of artmaking from conception to craft.

Practicing before taking action is an essential step towards student success. I often explain this discipline to students an athlete refining their skills whose deliberate practice allows them to build confidence, improve technique, and develop a deeper understanding of their goals. Students practice to not only prepare for their final work but to foster resilience against challenges. By investing time and effort into practice, students lay a solid foundation that supports their aspiration and creative vision.