In this episode of TAB Storytellers, Jen and Abi speak with dynamic art education leaders Matt & Laura Grundler of the K-12 Art Chat podcast. In the conversation, they share insights into their current work, recent projects, and their powerful journey as art teachers and administrators. The conversation also touches on advocacy, mutual support as partners and educators, and how they help guide fellow teachers in embracing their personal and professional identities.

Here are links to resources or more information that was discussed in the TABcast: K12 Art Chat Podcast (Matt & Laura Grundler)

• https://www.davisart.com/free-resources/k12-artchat/

The Creativity Department for all things Matt and Laura

• https://www.grundlerart.com/
  

Peter H. Reynolds (Author & Illustrator)

• https://www.peterhreynolds.com/

• The Dot

• Sky Color
  

Studio Thinking

• https://www.studiothinking.org/
  

Dwayne Edwards / PENSOLE Lewis College of Business & Design

• https://www.plcdetroit.com/

  
  

Davis Art Publications

• https://www.davisart.com/
  

Understanding by Design (UbD)

• Understanding by Design White Paper
  

Here is a link to a lightly edited transcript of this episode. We recognize that there are probably errors and grammatical issues. If anyone with the time or inclination to edit this wants to do so, please email us at storytellers@teachingforartisticbehavior.org

In this episode of TAB Storytellers, we are joined by Connie Stewart, Professor Emeritus from the University of Northern Colorado and a passionate advocate for student-centered, contemporary art education. Connie shares her journey with Teaching for Artistic Behavior (TAB), her commitment to individualized instruction, and her work with contemporary artists and big ideas in the classroom. She offers practical advice on questioning strategies, meaningful integration, and staying curious as both an educator and artist. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about honoring student voice, fostering inquiry, and keeping your own artistic spark alive.

For more information about TAB, please visit the TAB website: www.teachingfor artisticbehavior.org. Also, you are invited to join us on Mighty Networks (https://teaching-for-artistic-behavior.mn.com/), an online platform dedicated to everything TAB!

Here are links to resources or more information that was discussed in the TABcast:

Teaching Contemporary Art with Young People

Authors: Julia Marshall, Anne Thulson, Connie Stewart

Critical Conversations in Art Education

Editors: Lisa Hochtritt, Eli Burke, Toya Northington, Connie Stewart

Think 360 Arts for Learning

Website: https://think360arts.org

Artists:

Cyrus Kabiru

Known for: C-Stunners – wearable sculptures made from discarded materials

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ckabiru/

Tomás Saraceno

Known for: Interdisciplinary installations involving spider webs, sound, air, and architecture

Website: https://studiotomassaraceno.org

John Constable

Known for: Detailed cloud and landscape studies (historical reference)

Public domain works available via Wikimedia Commons

Some Additional Artists:

These artists have done work that could be curated for the classroom depending on your age group and community

Titus Kaphar

Lenka Clayton

Laurel Roth Hope

Alberta Aguilar

Cyrus Kabiro

Aram Han Sifuentes-banners (could be used to express opinions about school, local community)

Joo Young Choi

Guerilla Girls; the art of complaining

Ibrahim Mohama

Here is a link to a lightly edited transcript of this episode. We recognize that there are probably errors and grammatical issues. If anyone with the time or inclination to edit this wants to do so, please email us at storytellers@teachingforartisticbehavior.org

In the last episode of TAB Storytellers season 3, Abi and Jen decided to end with a candid, heartfelt conversation that celebrates their journey, the evolution of TAB (Teaching for Artistic Behavior), and the challenges and triumphs of teaching art in diverse environments. They reflect on their personal and professional growth, share updates about roles, research, and family life, and explore meaningful themes like student agency, teacher identity, and curriculum design. It's a rich and inspiring check-in that reaffirms the community and philosophy behind the TABcast.

For more information about TAB, please visit the TAB website: www.teachingfor artisticbehavior.org. Also, you are invited to join us on Mighty Networks (https://teaching-for-artistic-behavior.mn.com/), an online platform dedicated to everything TAB!

Here are links to resources or more information that was discussed in the TABcast:

• Engaging Learners Through Artmaking (Book, 2nd Edition)

• Fred Tjardes School of Innovation, Greeley, CO

Here is a link to a lightly edited transcript of this episode. We recognize that there are probably errors and grammatical issues. If anyone with the time or inclination to edit this wants to do so, please email us at storytellers@teachingforartisticbehavior.org