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.

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Known for: Detailed cloud and landscape studies (historical reference)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

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