A comprehensive guide for students to move from visual observation to a complex, arguable thesis statement about any artwork. Includes a step-by-step worksheet, instructional slides, and a teacher's guide with examples.

A guided research project where students explore the anatomy, history, and classification of a musical instrument of their choice.

An advanced exploration of microtonal music, covering the physics of pitch, tuning systems beyond 12-TET, and practical experimentation with quarter-tones and just intonation.

Students transition from raw audio to a polished production. This week focuses on Soundtrap technical skills, including multi-track editing, adding bumpers/music, and applying professional mixing and mastering techniques.

Students focus on the journalistic foundations of podcasting: selecting a topic, conducting deep research, and developing professional interviewing techniques. This week culminates in the recording of raw interview footage.

A lesson focused on the power of peer feedback in the contemporary art process, teaching students how to give and receive constructive criticism to fuel growth.

A comprehensive lesson where students learn to edit a teacher appreciation video using Adobe Premiere Pro, focusing on narrative pacing and emotional storytelling.

A photography and writing unit where students explore the intersection of identity and environment, using environmental portraiture to craft social commentary and narrative descriptions.

A deep dive into cinematic lighting, from the physics of light and 3-point setups to professional styles like Rembrandt and Butterfly lighting, including a hands-on assessment.

A high-energy culinary challenge where students use mystery Easter-themed ingredients to create unique dishes, focusing on creativity, flavor, and presentation.

A comprehensive introduction to the physiological and technical aspects of singing, covering vocal anatomy, breath support, vocal registers, and resonance.

High school and undergraduate students bridge the gap between digital image manipulation and traditional painting by analyzing how software filters alter color theory and recreating these effects on canvas.

A comprehensive introduction to reading standard musical notation on the guitar, specifically targeting open strings and the first position notes for high school beginners.

A lesson exploring the intersection of digital manipulation and traditional painting. Students analyze how digital filters affect color theory, light, and saturation, then recreate a digitally altered image on canvas.

This lesson explores the psychological impact of colors and how they influence human emotion and perception in art and design.

A comprehensive lesson on music tempo covering Italian terminology, metronome markings, and practical application to musical scores. Students will learn to identify and apply various speeds to music.

A comprehensive guide to understanding and applying musical tempo, covering Italian terminology, BPM, and metronome markings.

A comprehensive set of technical drawing templates and reference guides for theatrical set design. This lesson focuses on the proscenium stage and fly system, providing students with the professional tools needed to create ground plans and elevations.

A 25-minute intensive lesson for film and photo students covering copyright law, music licensing for festivals, public domain via Steamboat Willie, and personal portfolio protection.