It’s 5 am and I’m wide awake.
The coffee is brewing so I take a seat in my new den with a view over Santa Barbara and the mountains.
How did I get here?
The past 24 months have been a whirlwind of everything new, frightening, risky and downright fun.
So many things have happened since my life as a public school art teacher and if you’ve followed me through my podcast, Art Made Easy, you know them all.
But the most important one has been The Book. I capitalize because as simple and easy and wonderful as this book is, there is nothing quick about writing a book with a publisher.
And if I’m being totally honest here, I left my job as an art teacher to write this book and that was three years ago!
Heck, I wrote about how to write a book proposal two years ago.
But this August, my little book comes out.
August 2018. Really. And I’m not lying. Just look here…
Would you like one of these project plan postcards? Comment below with you address and we’ll send you one (US addresses only please).
Here’s the skinny…writing the book was easy.
The process to publishing…well, that’s a different story but writing it? No problem.
I love creating art with kids.
Watching how they react to a project, a drawing, a technique, and to each other is what intrigues me. I love making small tweaks mid-way through a project to see if that somehow makes a difference in a child’s enjoyment factor.
These are the things I love to write about and share with you. The seemingly irrelevant details that can make or break a project for kids.
Like whether to draw first with a pencil when painting with acrylics or whether using a Sharpie marker instead of crayons would be more fun for a nine year-old. These types of decisions can encourage kids to work longer on their piece, paint with more passion and be a willing participant in the art discussion afterwards.
Back to My Roots & A Nasty Lady
I recently had my 5th enrollment period for my membership program, The Sparklers Club. Team Sparkle goes all in for 8 days showing people around the private site, answering thousands of questions, hosting live sessions, and reminding people of the enrollment via emails.
One email I sent obviously hit a nerve with one lady. She wrote back and scolded me for not staying true to my roots. By charging for my membership, she thought I was one bad art teacher.
I know. Occasionally I get emails like this, but they are rare, so don’t worry. I’m not hurt.
The TRUTH is, this nasty lady actually said something that I liked…she told me to stay true to my roots.
And I have with my membership and with this book…
Draw, Paint & Sparkle is a collection of 25 beautiful art lessons for the 5-12 year old.
Each lesson is rich in techniques, color and joy.
Each lesson is peppered with my experience as a curious art teacher, who cares if a child enjoys the process. The book shares the philosophy of how to approach art with the child in mind. Standards, schedules, prep time or evaluations are not considered.
Each lesson brought me back to my real roots, of being the quiet 10 year-old who hid in her bedroom with a tin of Reeve’s watercolors and a pencil, because there was nothing in the world she wanted to do more than paint.
If you like to skim instead of read posts, here’s the summary:
If you send me a nasty letter, I will always spin it so it benefits me, not hinders me. So choose your words carefully.
Teaching art to kids is one of the things I love to do most because it’s what I loved as a kid. Find what you love and surround yourself with it.
Draw, Paint & Sparkle is not ready to buy yet, but will be available for pre-orders in a few months. Hang tight and I will let you all know.
One more time…if you want me to send you a post card of my Expressive Fish Project, just leave you name and US address below and we’ll send one off to you.
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Betty Barrett
3422 S. Seneca
Wichita, Ks. 67217
We love all what you create!! We see your love and dedication!! Thank you for sharing with us. One of your Sparkles.
I love all of your lessons. I am a retired elementary art teacher, and am looking forward to your book so that I might try a few new projects with the children in my life. Please send me the post card with expressive fish. Thank you.
Janis Gillespie
10915 Park Ridge Road
Fredericksburg, Virginia 22408
Bhoomika dey
830 N. Moseley Drive
Stockbridge, Ga 30281
Thanks
1205 Redbud Street
Duluth Mn 55811
Diane Humphrys
Art First, Inc
728 Yorklyn Road
Hockessin, DE 19707
A new member of the sparklers club! Would love a postcard, but I’m north of the border! Good ole Canada eh! Just wanted to say, I’m enjoying your site and look forward to purchasing a copy of your book
Very exciting and Congratulations!!! I have been following you and using your lesson to inspire myself and my students. Looking forward to purchasing your book
Margaret McDonough
11 Alfred Street
Squantum MA
02171
Yes please!
Rachel Hatch
127 Montello st
Lewiston, ME 04240
Can’t wait to have your book in my hands. So happy for you!
1970 Randy Drive
Hendersonville NC 28781
Ooops wrong zip above
28791
Looks awesome, like all of your endeavors! I d love a postcard
So excited for you Patty!
My address
16367-82nd road north
Loxahatchee, Fl 33470
Can’t wait! And I’m not teaching at the moment. But all things Deep Space Sparkle keep me motivated!
105 North Salt Creek Drive
Mannford ok 74044
Love your lessons! Thank you
311 Robertson Ave
Battle Creek, mi 49015
Love your positivity!
Britain Earl
1542 e. Bluebird CT
Gilbert, Az 85297
Would love the postcard
Linda Tvedt
Box 294
Wibaux, MT 59353
Missy Cole
110 West Caney Creek Road
Rogersville, TN 37857
I am so excited for you!!! Congratulations is well deserved. I’ve been a Sparkler for a year now and have used your lessons in whole or part or as an idea spark so many times! August must seem like “years” away while you, and all of us are waiting for your book!
JoAnne Wasserman
2206 Hillside Road , Richfield, WI 53076
121 Lehigh Ave
Pueblo, Co
81005
Really excited for the book. You are inspiring a lot of lives. Directly and indirectly. Good luck Patty!
I’m very happy for you! Congratulations on your dream becoming a reality
Moira Dempsey
364 Tanglewylde Dr.
South Boston, VA 24592
Your lessons have made returning to teaching after maternity leave so much better! Each one brings my students so much joy, and I have FUN teaching them! Thank you for helping me balance work and life better. ♥️
385 Blackman Rd
Nashville, TN 37211
Thank you for sharing. Sparkle On!?
Jana Trulock
P.O. Box 1
Whigham, GA 39897
I am continually amazed by people who consider that working within the arts or creative industries, are somehow “less” valuable or worthy. That your work should be free , or at a minimum cheap. I bet this person would never comment, that a mathematical textbook should be freely distributed !!!
This is so exciting Patty, so proud of you! Glad to be a sparkler and art colleague ; you are an amazing art teacher to students and fellow art teachers, C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S
my address
L Conrad Drouart
52 Main Street
Nashua NH 02064
Congratulations on nearing completion of your book. I have used your lessons and the children have not only enjoyed it but created something they are proud of!
A big Congratulations to you! I’ve followed you for years, always am inspired by your ideas and willingness to share. Signing up for the Sparklers Club has helped me organize and present new lessons. I think your book will be a big success. I especially like when you said standards, schedules and evaluations will not be included! I’m looking forward to retirement to get back to those roots. Looking forward to the book…
Forgot to add my address
Jane Gill
4205 Osprey Pointe
Woodstock, Ga. 30189
I don’t have enough time in a day to explore and learn everything you have to share! I’m super excited to be a member. Thanks!
Patty,
You’ve been a huge influence in my starting a studio art practice in my late 60’s!
Thanks.
Christine Eggert
1632 N. 121st. Street
Wauwatosa, WI. 53226
I’ve been a fan of yours for many years. Each year I sign up to your membership I’m surprised by how much more you get. I love how you have developed, expanded and organized the membership this year. I always feel you give more and more gifts to us. I would love to come visit you one day in Santa Barbara for one of your workshops. Congrats on your new book coming out and I can’t wait to read it! Sparkle on
Courtney Forbes
14111 Jade cove drive
Houston Tx 77077
Congratulations on your new book Patty!
Please can you send me a postcard of my Expressive Fish.
Madeline Simonaro
37 – Ocean View Avenue
Grover Beach, California 93433
Thank you 🙂
Mabuhay from the Philippines! It’s my first year of homeschooling my kids (6 & 11). Just want you to know how grateful I am for all the cool art lessons you’ve shared with us (for free!!!). Hopefully your wonderful book will be published here in the Philippines. Much love. Congratulations and more blessings to come! 🙂
Sherri Denora
327 Severn Road
Annapolis Maryland 21401
Ignore those haters. You are fabulous! Your lessons have helped me grow as not just a teacher but also an artist in my own right. Can’t wait for the book!
A dream come true! I can’t wait to see the beautiful result! Count me in for a postcard too!
Michelle Gifford
3673 Delilah Street
Simi Valley, CA 93063
I can’t wait for your book! You taught me a great lesson in this post. When someone is nasty spin it to the positive !! You are are awesome!
Kelley Igo
1882 Bay Oaks Circle
Milton, Florida 32583
143 Lily Street
Spring branch ,Texas 78070
Can’t wait to buy it!
You Rock Patty!! Sparkle On!!
I am proud to be a member of the Sparkler club! And a charter member at that!! It has helped me be a better art teacher!!! Congratulations to Patty and her wonderful team!!?❤️
Melissa A. Miller
209 New Haven Street
Catoosa, OK 74015
So proud to be a charter member of the DSS club! Patty is an inspiration to all of us! Thank you. Congratulations to Patty and her DSS team!!! Wonderful!!?❤️
Sherry Sebastian
7148 Augusta Drive
Jefferson City MO 65109
Thanks for sharing! I appreciate it! Your lessons are always great!
Can’t wait!!! Congratulations!!! We need a Sparkle Book Signing Party!!!
Debbie Molnar
7340 Hunters Branch Drive NE
Atlanta, Ga 30328
Cannot wait to get this book !
August needs to hurry up!!!
Hi Patty! I’ve loved your site for years! Can’t wait for the book.
20709 Vashon Hwy SW
Vashon, WA 98070
Looks amazing, I would love a postcard. Thanks!
15870 Montview Dr.
Dumfries, VA22025
Well us teachers need to stick together. I can’t wait to now buy your book, simply because of that “nasty” woman.
Plus, your positivity of being able to spin her comment into something benefits you and empowers you is a lesson that we all can learn from.
Congrats!
Patty,
I love all of the work and dedication you have put into DSS. I don’t have a degree in Art — just Elementary Education with a love for the Arts. After 28 years of teaching Science, Social Studies and Math I was blessed this year to be able to teach just Art in my school. It has been a struggle because there are not set guidelines. However, I can truly say I’m a better Art Teacher because of you and your dedication. I love DSS.
Shelia Chapin
3525 Webster
Moore, ok 73160
Such exciting times ahead!
Thanks for all you do!!
Nancy Kerns
410 Locust Hill Lane
Knoxville, TN 37920
My district can’t afford certified art teachers at the elementary level but they keep art alive in the schools by employing Paraprofessionals like me. We try to gather monthly to share ideas, build curriculum, swap resources and lift each other up. You know how it can get……
Being a Sparkler is like that and oh so much more!! I’m honored to be part of the Sparkler sisterhood and owe Patty huge thanks and many hugs. I wouldn’t love my job as much as I do without all of Patty’s inspiration and joy!
Whoops… forgot my address
240 S. 7 th Ave
Brighton, CO 80602
Michele Edenfield
3241 Crest Hwy
Thomaston, GA 30286
4914 22nd Court East
Bradenton, Florida 34203
As a first year teacher I am so excited to be a new member of your membership club! So many fabulous projects and each lesson is so well organized. Thank you!
I’m looking forward to seeing the book on display at my local bookstore.
Roxane Johnigan
4741 Broomtail Court
Antioch, CA 94531
Callie martin
5520 red tailed hawk dr
Hillsboro mo 63050
Stacy Quinn
13 Parker Ave.
Northfield Ma 01360
Mady Gonzalez-Gaffney
14730 sw 85 terr
Miami, Florida 33193
Congrats Patty. I truly appreciate the way in which you teach. You are beautiful and it shows in your work as you have inspired me to pursue my passion. I hope this would be the first of many more.
11238 29th Ave sw
Seattle wa 98146
Congratulations Patty on your book! You are a lifesaver to art teachers around the world!
Debbie Rudolf
2718 Bee Tree Lane
St. Louis, MO 63129
Looking forward to your book!
Lesly Chamate
11700 NW 47th. Dr.
Coral Springs FL 33076
Can’t wait for your book! You rock. Wish I could attend your workshops but my acc hook starts the beginning of August.
Keep doing what you have been doing you are doing a wonderful job. You have devoted endless hours and creative ideas and no long collect a teachers pay. You derserve the compensation. I can’t wait for the book!
Post office address? Or just the email I left earlier?
Shanon D. Tolhurst
5205 Painted Lakes Way
Las Vegas, Nevada 89149
LOVE LOVE LOVE you….
Love your lessons!
I also love creating art with children, and love that you care about the process. Congratulations on your new book. I would love a post card.
Elizabeth Smith
278 Valle Vista Dr.
Danville,CA 94526
“Ooh, ooh, ooh!” picture me with my hand raised. Yes, please! Me, too!
Margaret Gallagher
442 S. Rendon St.
New Orleans, LA 70119
Thank you!
Love it! Congrats on the publication date!
Taryn King
9 Dawn Isle
Ocean Pines, MD 21811
Hi Patty. I am jiust so excited about this book. It seems as though there isn’t one like it that gets into the mind of a child. You sound like me as a child. I am so happy that you are living your dream as are the majority of us. A lady came up to me in the store yesterday and asked if I’d like to sell insurance. I looked at her and said, “Absolutely not! I have the best job teaching art to children and wouldn’t trade it.” The nasty comment from the woman you spoke, of obviously doesn’t understand how much work you (and your husband) put into all you do. You couldn’t possibly do it for free. I have been wanting to attend your workshops for 3 years now and as soon as I am able to this year, I was totally devastated when I found out it is being held on August 11th and 12th. I will totally be on the east coast at that time attending a wedding. I can’t believe it! I wish you could come to Dallas, TX one year. That would be awesome. I live in Glenn Heights, TX. Anyway, I love what you do and thank you immensely for all you do.
I totally for got my address.
Donna Freeman
1907 High Meadow Street
Glenn Heights, TX 75154
I love all your projects!
You have a God given talent. You are always an inspiration.
Stephanie Steinhauer
2403 Strait Lane
Arlington TX 76013
CONGRATULATIONS!!
Absolutely love your site ! I’ve used it when volunteering in my kids’ classes (they’re currently k2 and 3rd) thank you !
Irene Daly
148 Weld St
Boston, MA 02132
Receiving Deep Space Sparkle emails is total joy for me, thank you! I love ALL of them!
Penny Ferrell
2128 Ridge Rd.
Raleigh, NC 27607
Kelly Dillon
1310 Lone Oak Circle
Nashville, TN 37215
402 Stetson
Whitesboro, Texas 76273
So excited for you! Can’t wait for the finished product!!! Thanks for all of your inspiration Patty Palmer!
Forgot to leave my address!
7117 E Sorrell Hill Road
Baldwinsville, NY 13027
Hello! I love love love your lesson with the black and white Expressive fish… and the one with the sea creatures… Hopefully those lessons will be in your book coming in August.
Will you please send me a post card with the project? I have been elementary art for 21 years, and I am always looking for new innovative ideas. THANK YOU!
We can absolutely send you one! Please type in your address in the comments so we can send one to you.
I love your site..I teach K-3 and use many of your lessons with great success every time. Congratulations on your book. I will buy it for sure. Ellen
2230 Government st
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
Looking forward to it! Congratulations!
Tammy Wooten
4408 Crooked Ln
Dallas, Tx 75229
I am just retired but enjoying doing art projects with different classrooms. I’m so sorry I missed joining your club. If I can still get in, please let me know. I look so forward to your new book! You are definitely my “go-to ” inspiration!
Joyce
you are an inspiration to all teachers! thank you for all you do! hope malott
studio 511
112 S McMorrine St.
Elizabeth City, NC
Elizabeth O’Donnell
36 Cedarlake
Irvine, CA 92614
Dede Darrough
1801 Talon Ct.
Keller, Tx 76248
Love being a member! You’re a rock star!!!!
I’m so excited to receive this lesson and looking forward to your book!
Awesome! Can’t wait to get my hands on the book! So excitied for you! 🙂
Carla Lee
4483 James Madison Trail
Dayton OH 45440
YES Please!
Rita Martin
4631 Chapman St
The Colony, TX 75056
I can’t wait for your book! My 9 year old granddaughter’s birthday is in May and she would be thrilled to get the book. Also, put me on your pre-order list too!
Please send me a postcard,
Tricia Kelly
969 Holbrook Circle
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
We all love you except for maybe one nasty lady! :>)
I know the book doesn’t come out until August. Evelyn and I will be patiently waiting!
haha!!! Love the post script 🙂
Hi Patty! Congratulations on getting your book published! What a dream come true it must be! I’ve been a Sparkler for about a year and a half…sorry this is my first time writing you. First of all, thank you, thank you! I’ve have the great joy of teaching art, k-8, in two little private schools. DSS has been worth every penny!
Second…did you blog about writing a book proposal? I would LOVE to read it! Where would I find it?
Thanks again, Patty!
Robin Kelly
Ugh…I meant to link to the post about the book proposal. You can find the link in the post now. And thank you!!!
Ugh! I just left a thanks and question without including my email! Here it is: Robin Kelly Rkelly@artiosacademies.com Thank you!
210 Primrose Drive
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
Emily
502 N. Hollywood Way
Burbank, CA 91505
Thanks Patty!
So excited for your book!
Michelle Ryan
9100 cherry lane south
Upper Marlboro, md 20774
916 Prospect Avenue
Bristol, VA 24201
Patty, you literally saved me! As a brand new teacher last year (coming from yacht interiors) with absolutely ZERO teaching experience and not a clue what or how to teach my k-12 EBD kiddos, your membership and lessons got me on track, organized and feeling confident to tackle my lessons!!! I don’t care what anyone says, you help, guide & inspire so many of us! Keep up the amazing work, I hope to join you, not this but next summer! Lots of love!
Stephanie Warren
641 East Acre dr,
Plantation FL
33317
You are so positive Patty! I hate that I have to miss this years workshop! I’ve never missed yet. ?
Teresa Thain
15751 Hart St., Lake Balboa, CA 91406
Congratulations!
Frances Coyne
2438E. Santa Ana
Fresno Ca. 93726. Thank You!
Thanks for your help with making art both fun and successful no matter what age you happen to be. I am a kindergarten aide and I enjoy introducing art that engages them and does not overwhelm them.
You have helped me become an art teacher, and for that I’m so thankful for you and all you do. From the lessons to the personal help you have given in the Facebook group, you are a great person. Can’t wait for your book! Xoxo
502 Nolan Ryan
Midland, Tx 79706
Julie Bettwy
28245 La Caleta
Mission Viejo Ca 92692
Love all your projects!
Really like your lessons. Thank you.
So excited to learn of your book. Congratulations!! Where will it be available to purchase? My district is allowed to use certain catalogues to order from.
Hi Lisa, It’ll be available through book stores and Amazon. I’m not sure what catalogues will be stocking it. Stay tuned to Instagram and Facebook and we will let everyone know. 🙂
Alicia Hodnett
5699 W Compass Pt.
McCordsville, Indiana
46055
This looks terrific, Patty! I think your site gives wheels to courage and this has made my art adventures a lot of fun, for my self and for my co-op students!
“wheels to courage” : LOVE that!
Thank you!
Heather Ventrella
6246 E. Virginia St.
Mesa, AZ 85215
Thank you!
Mary Forbes
23316 NE Redmond Fall City Rd #687
Redmond, WA. 98053
Maria D Salazar
1404 Links Dr #2
Jonesboo, AR 72404
Kristi Mathiesen
730 Spruce St
Del Norte, CO 81132
Thank you and your staff for all you do!!
Yes please! So happy for you!
2558 Fairlawn Downs
Kennesaw, GA 30144
Love it!
28245 La Caleta
Mission Viejo, CA
92692
Eagerly looking forward to your book!!
Congratulations!!!!
I run Art Camps, your lessons are clear, interesting, manageable and Real Art!!!!
Chris Holden
12150 Trotwood Dr
Austin, TX 78753
True to your roots? H..E..L..L..O!!! Patty, you epitomize absolute integrity and professionalism while delivering unwavering creative inspiration and amazing resources! I honestly haven’t a clue how you manage to do all you do to support this community of art teachers that are fortunate enough to have found you! Just over a year ago I accepted a job as a part time (really full time!) k-5 art specialist. Although I studied illustration at an amazing art college…that was 2 lifetimes ago (80-84). I always thought I’d be a children’s book illustrator – nothing brings me the kind of joy I get while thumbing through the beautiful pages of a well-illustrated children’s book in a quaint book store. But life happens and as many women like me I lived my life focusing on raising my family and working part time here and there. So when I accepted this new job (at 54 yrs old!) I was overwhelmed with where to begin, what exactly to teach… and how to teach. I did have a little background as I was an asst teacher in PreK for 5 years, which is where I first got bitten by the “teaching art to little people” bug. But when it came to teaching 6 grade levels plus special Ed I was, well, part exhilarated/part freaked out. I began searching online for help, and someone, I cannot remember who, said in a blog post – “if you aren’t following Deep Space Sparkle do it now”. I found you and it was like I struck gold!!! BUT, the MOST impressive thing that happened was that I had had a question about the white leaf print on black paper (my paper was bleeding) and I emailed you late at night, and when I woke up you had already responded! Say what?!! I couldn’t believe the care and support I received instantly from you. The reason for this very long story is this…you STILL do exactly that every single minute of every day. The support DSS gives its followers and members is really quite remarkable. And your love of teaching children art and developing lessons with their perspective in mind is still so constant and true. Thank you Thank you for all you do. Linda xo
Linda DeMello
565 Gerard Ct
Pleasanton, CA
94566
Oh my goodness. What a lovely surprise to read such a beautiful message. Thank YOU. I’m overwhelmed by your sweet words. Really. On a side note. you are I have such a similar past…illustration, mom, accidental art teacher….no wonder the universe brought us together! Sparkle on!
Congrats! Can’t wait for the book release!
Rachel Dale
PO Box 1460
Red Oak, TX 75154
I would love a postcard and I’m looking forward to the book. Being a Sparkler has made me a calmer art teacher. 🙂
Maude Ruesch
705 Timberbranch Dr
Alexandria, VA 22302
I love being a Sparkler! I can’t wait for your book to come out!
I love everything learn about you, Patty, and here’s another reason why!! I’d love a post card from you of your expressive fish and I’m pretty sure I’ll love it, too. Thanks!!
Holly T Doherty
3211 NW 106th Ave
Sunrise, FL 33351
As a homeschooling mom, I’ve loved your website. Look forward to your book!
Sonneland
2504 W Smythe Rd
Spokane, WA 99224
Yay! That’s exciting!
21 Barrington Court
Hiram GA
30141
I have loved using your lessons with k & 1st grades for years, and I’m so pleased to be able to continue to use your lessons now that I teach middle school! The Sparkler’s Club is a great resource and well worth the price!
2299 Shoshoni st
Grafton, WI 53024
Thanks.
So excited for you Patty! And, thank you for recently sharing your old sketches and drawings. You should publish your fashion design sketches…they are amazing!
Mary Vatnsdal
317 Maple Lane
Roseau, MN 56751
Thank you!
Andrea Newman
415 Arnell Lane
Auburn, AL 36830
I would love to have a postcard. I love your lessons and helpful resources. Congratulations on your book!
I kinda forgot to leave my address! Haha
Maggie Winn
318 Pinedale Circle
Valdosta, GA
Sammy Hundley
1151 Vancouver Ave
Burlingame, CA 94010
Congrats!!
Would love a postcard!
Kimberly DiLauro Rief
3953 Zarthan Avenue South
St. Louis Park, MN 55416
105 Watlington Dr., South Boston, VA 24592 Can’t wait to get this book!! You are doing a great job!
Annan McGinley
4240 Stanley street
Pittsburgh Pa 15207
Would love a postcard to put up by our school art docent calendar so my docents can be enticed to purchase your book!
Anna Andreski
16417 SE 166th Terrace
Renton, WA 98058
Venetta Murphy
Venetta Murphy
3 Gableview Lane
Southwick, MA 01077
318 Cobblestone Dr
Vacaville, CA 95687
Terry Laurents
2983 Homestead Trail
Santa Ynez, CA 93460
Thank you for your generosity and unique perspective.
Mary Kinsella
3348 Manhattan Ave
St.Louis, MO 63143
Love your joy for life and all things that sparkle!
Meghan Purcell
425 Mississippi Blvd
Bettendorf, IA 52722
Lisette Young
3305 Quarry Dr
Fayetteville, NC 28303
Thank you for beautiful projects that promote creativity!
Love your projects. Excited about this semester.
I would love a postcard!
Sheri Taylor
57 Mullican Rd.
Laurel, MS 39443
You keep doing what your doing Patty. What I’ve learned is not everyone will love you or agree with you but that’s when you know you’re probably doing something right! And, even the negative and be good because it will recharge you and push you towards destiny all the more. I love how you stated that you always twist things to benefit you and guess what it benefits all of those who are connected to you and inspired by you. You have impacted more lives than you will ever know. Keep reaching higher!
745 Kings River Road
Pawleys Island, SC 29585
Love all your ideas!! I would love to come to Santa Barbara in August for your workshop, so I’ll have to see if I can make that happen. In the meantime, I would love one of your postcards!! Yay! Thanks for inspiring me, as a not traditionally trained art teacher to help urban youth enjoy art and use it as a positive outlet!!
Oops, address:
4000 W 74th St.
Prairie Village, KS 66208
1454 la loma dr, san marcos, ca92078
I love your site and so glad to have this learning resource -it has saved me this year!
My address for postcard:
Denise Hanna
9109 Reedham Oaks Ct
Raleigh, NC. 27615
Laurie Caspert
15 Avon Place
Woodcliff Lake NJ 07677
Thanks❣️
I think it’s great! You have saved me time and made my life easier by providing these lesson plans. My students have enjoyed and benefited from the them. Thanks, and keep up the good work; to me it is well worth it!
So excited about the book!
2101 Katie court
Anderson in 46017
Congratulations on the completion of your 1st book. I am looking foward to having it. Your lessons have helped make the art classes for my brain injured adults very successful, enjoyable and inspiring. Thank you.
Congratulations on following your dreams and staying true to YOU!
I think it’s a wonderful idea and much needed! Even in different school settings (besides
art class) and at home for fun.
Please send me the postcard.
My address:
Monica Dahl
2705 Wenzel Circle
Owens Cross Rds., AL 35763
10628 N. 45th Dr
Glendale, AZ 85304
Not yet a sparkler, but I do enjoy your blogs from time to time. I love reading your post. I mostly love the Summer workshops. Keep doing what your doing. We all have to make a living. You just figured out, how to do it and love it. Some not so lucky!
I am a retired teacher who taught art for 40 years. I am now teaching art to homeschooled children on the elementary and middle school level. I’ve used many of your lessons with very successful results. I’m looking forward to seeing your book.
As an art teacher of 29 years it is wonderful to see someone like you reach out to inspire art in the live of children. You are wonderful Patty and I have passed your name to young preservice teachers I mentor.
Love your projects!!
I absolutely love this idea for your book, it’s unique to all the other how to teach art books out there, for one, it’s keeping it relevant to the mind and age of the 10yr old student. It’s inspiring teachers and students ( parents, grandparents) to have fun and allow freedom in an art process to learn before criticizing and enjoy the process as much as the final results. It seems your book will be such a gift that keeps on giving in the sense that the project has been tested and layed out for a step by step promising success rate for a finished product that boosts anyone who attempts the art and medium in a way that they can see they CAN make art and have fun and learn something about themselves in the process. We can never have enough positive resources like this art book you’ve created.
Shelli Romero
69 S Windhorst Ave
Bethpage, NY 11714
Nancy Popkes
16524 Wilson Rd.
Harlingen, Tx
78552
Used to teach kids but now teach seniors at senior residence community. I love to read the lessons and then adapt them. Many have the same challenges as kids.
Barb Marquis
6748 Windemere
Portage MI 49024
I just returned to the workforce here in Arroyo Grande teaching afterschool programs with the San Luis Obispo Boys and Girls Club. I was formerly the Art director at the Ventura BGC for 7 years. I have worked with Arts Outreach in Santa Ynez and the Orcutt school district.
I have used projects from your site before and was always impressed with the detailed but easy instructions. I would like to apply for the at-home position you offer. My 7 year old grandson lives with me and I have noticed a difference in him emotionally in the last couple weeks. The change has been so apparent that even my friend that takes care of him, has noticed. That is my biggest reason for looking for at-home employment.
Post card please! 😀
I am so happy to know you get paid for your fabulous ideas. I think artists struggle with how to market themselves, it is so nice to know they don’t have to be a starving artists! Besides you send out several of freebie art lessons during the year, and for those I am grateful!
Valerie Dewey
7735 Hickory Ave.
Jenison, MI 49428
I look forward to buying your BOOK!
Thank you!
Would love a beautiful postcard. Thank you for the offer. So pleased to know a book about children’s art is on the way!!
Please send a postcard to me!
Lisa Bennett
17647 Sharpsburg Ave.
Baton Rouge, LA 70817
Jaime Marker
306 Cheddington
Katy, TX. 77450
I love DSS so much and it has been a Huge Blessing in my life. Thank you Patti for spearheading this creative and inspiring adventure called DSS and inviting us all along for the ride. I am proud to be a Sparkler!
25968 W. Wahalla Ln.
Buckeye, Az. 85396
Please don’t publish our addresses. Thank you.
I am excited to see the book and try the lessons. Your philosophy of kids loving art and the process is one I share. Best wishes for a successful publishing!
I’ve always loved your ideas and work – you’ve helped me enormously setting up
my own art department at my school. Your book will no doubt have heavily thumbed pages in no time! Would have loved a fish card but I’m here in London so not this time! Keep creating Patty!
Looking forward to learning more!
Suzanne Miazga
112 Hilldale Dr
San Anselmo CA 94960
I think what you do is remarkable. I have used your site for four years. It is very inspiring.
Thank you for all of your help designing art lessons for my first graders.
I would appreciate a post card of your Expressive Fish Project. Congratulations on your upcoming book.
Sincerely,
Karen Pressler
592 Morning Glory Drive
Benicia, CA 94510
I’m sooo excited for you Patty! I can’t wait‼️I’m sipping?tonight✨✨✨You’ve made my life so happy! My Headmaster Just LOVES your camels! . CONGRATULATIONS ??. I would love a card if possible . 1918 E. Lafayette Place. #808 S. Milwaukee, WI 53202
I would love for you to send me a post card of your Expressive Fish Project! Thank you so much!