The Parent-Teacher Project 42. Shaping Your Child's Creativity Through Art
Feb 9, 2022
Gina Engesser, an art teacher at Tangara School for Girls, explores the transformative power of art in shaping children's creativity. She highlights how engaging with artistic mediums fosters self-expression and confidence. Gina emphasizes the importance of a supportive and messy environment for exploration, shares insights on the value of art appreciation through cultural experiences, and discusses the role of art history in education. Her personal anecdotes remind us that encouraging creativity can lead to profound personal growth for kids.
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Gina's Artistic Roots
- Gina Engesser was inspired by her mother's seamstress skills and a family culture of making things with their hands.
- Her upbringing and inspiring teachers led her to love art and pursue teaching it in high school.
Encourage Creative Experimentation
- Give children opportunities to experiment with different art materials to develop creativity and fine motor skills.
- Encourage risk-taking and decision-making through art as vital parts of their growth and self-expression.
Confidence Limits Creativity
- Confidence is the biggest obstacle to creativity as children grow older and lose freedom in expression.
- Adults often misunderstand art, reducing it only to realistic drawing rather than valuing creative expression in many forms.