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Some of the many memories shared at GATE excursions, workshops, and socials...
ASB GATE 2024
Friday Morning Kick-off!
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
GATE was off to a lovely start Friday morning. We had expected rain but lucked out with sunny skies for exploring this inspiring city through the lens of art. This year we welcomed 72 art teachers from 25 countries!
Barcelona, Spain
GATE was off to a lovely start Friday morning. We had expected rain but lucked out with sunny skies for exploring this inspiring city through the lens of art. This year we welcomed 72 art teachers from 25 countries!
La Padrera (Casa Mila)
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
We toured one of Gaudi's masterpieces, a defining feature of the Passeig de Gracia area of Barcelona. Once ridiculed for its highly unusual design, this building is now a celebrated architectural landmark. The gorgeous, organic details of the interior were a site to behold. We then spent some quality time on its roof, sketching animated chimneys in the sun.
Barcelona, Spain
We toured one of Gaudi's masterpieces, a defining feature of the Passeig de Gracia area of Barcelona. Once ridiculed for its highly unusual design, this building is now a celebrated architectural landmark. The gorgeous, organic details of the interior were a site to behold. We then spent some quality time on its roof, sketching animated chimneys in the sun.
La Sagrada Familia
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
We were blown away by the impossible scale and incredible beauty of this incomparable work of architecture. Still under construction, this spectacular church is Antoni Gaudi's master work. The interplay of light, color and space was an inspirational place for photography, sketching and meditation.
Barcelona, Spain
We were blown away by the impossible scale and incredible beauty of this incomparable work of architecture. Still under construction, this spectacular church is Antoni Gaudi's master work. The interplay of light, color and space was an inspirational place for photography, sketching and meditation.
Museu Picasso
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
One of the highlights of our visit to this iconic museum was to be able to see Picasso's progression as an artist over time, from his very early years as a student through his different artistic periods.
- Photo taken by Marguerite “Buzzy” Impey.
Barcelona, Spain
One of the highlights of our visit to this iconic museum was to be able to see Picasso's progression as an artist over time, from his very early years as a student through his different artistic periods.
- Photo taken by Marguerite “Buzzy” Impey.
Urban Street Art
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona has a thriving urban art scene with many prolific artists working throughout the city. Ana Martinez, IB art teacher at the American School of Barcelona, gave us a tour of the old city and many of its striking graffiti walls.
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona has a thriving urban art scene with many prolific artists working throughout the city. Ana Martinez, IB art teacher at the American School of Barcelona, gave us a tour of the old city and many of its striking graffiti walls.
Fundació Joan Miró
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
We visited the incredible Fundació, designed by architect Josep Lluis Sert and featuring artwork by the legendary Joan Miró. The space was just as inspiring as the artwork itself!
Barcelona, Spain
We visited the incredible Fundació, designed by architect Josep Lluis Sert and featuring artwork by the legendary Joan Miró. The space was just as inspiring as the artwork itself!
Museu Nacional D'Art
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
We explored this breathtaking museum situated at the top of Montjuic. It is especially notable for its outstanding collection of Romanesque church paintings and for Catalan art and design. This is a view from the top!
- Photo by Ejegul Kurbanova.
Barcelona, Spain
We explored this breathtaking museum situated at the top of Montjuic. It is especially notable for its outstanding collection of Romanesque church paintings and for Catalan art and design. This is a view from the top!
- Photo by Ejegul Kurbanova.
Photography Walking Tour
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
The dynamic duo of Lina Densley and Louisa Avery of The American School in London led us on a photo walk through Barcelona's Marina and famous La Boqueria Market. We focused on storytelling and how to capture the essence of a place or people through the lens.
Barcelona, Spain
The dynamic duo of Lina Densley and Louisa Avery of The American School in London led us on a photo walk through Barcelona's Marina and famous La Boqueria Market. We focused on storytelling and how to capture the essence of a place or people through the lens.
Urban Sketching Walk
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
Salma Raza of The American School in London led us on a sketching tour through some of the most picturesque areas of the city. We practiced continuous line drawing, gestures through mark making and the use of aqua brushes to respond to the mood and energy of our surroundings.
Barcelona, Spain
Salma Raza of The American School in London led us on a sketching tour through some of the most picturesque areas of the city. We practiced continuous line drawing, gestures through mark making and the use of aqua brushes to respond to the mood and energy of our surroundings.
Folk Art Fusion
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
This multimedia workshop was inspired by the folk art of Mexico and grounded in choice and voice.
Presenter: Gisell Giorge Gamboa from the Overseas Chinese Academy of Chiway Suzhou, China.
Barcelona, Spain
This multimedia workshop was inspired by the folk art of Mexico and grounded in choice and voice.
Presenter: Gisell Giorge Gamboa from the Overseas Chinese Academy of Chiway Suzhou, China.
Hybrid Photography
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
Hybrid photography happens when experiments and interventions are done on photographic prints which are then rephotographed. In this interactive hands-on workshop, we applied techniques such as painting, embroidery, scratching, burning, punching holes, deteriorating gestures and added materials like water, salt or tea to get one-of-a-kind effects on our own photos.
Presenter: Sophia Stella Soseilos, the American Community Schools of Athens, Greece.
- Artwork by Jennifer Hudson.
Barcelona, Spain
Hybrid photography happens when experiments and interventions are done on photographic prints which are then rephotographed. In this interactive hands-on workshop, we applied techniques such as painting, embroidery, scratching, burning, punching holes, deteriorating gestures and added materials like water, salt or tea to get one-of-a-kind effects on our own photos.
Presenter: Sophia Stella Soseilos, the American Community Schools of Athens, Greece.
- Artwork by Jennifer Hudson.
Gelli Prints
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
We dove into the captivating world of gel printing, where spontaneity and creativity meet to produce unique works of art. We learned valuable tips and practices to share with our students.
Presenters: Marjorie Hernandez Aliaga and Gloria Carnevale, International School of Nanshan in Shenzhen, China,
Barcelona, Spain
We dove into the captivating world of gel printing, where spontaneity and creativity meet to produce unique works of art. We learned valuable tips and practices to share with our students.
Presenters: Marjorie Hernandez Aliaga and Gloria Carnevale, International School of Nanshan in Shenzhen, China,
The Power of Materials
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
How can less become more? In this workshop aimed at HS art teachers yet adaptable at any age, we learned simple methods for helping students develop drawing skills and ignite conversations about the significance of material choices and the importance of artistic intention.
Presenter: Konstantina Kapanidou, Pinewood American International School of Thessaloniki, Greece.
Barcelona, Spain
How can less become more? In this workshop aimed at HS art teachers yet adaptable at any age, we learned simple methods for helping students develop drawing skills and ignite conversations about the significance of material choices and the importance of artistic intention.
Presenter: Konstantina Kapanidou, Pinewood American International School of Thessaloniki, Greece.
Pastel Possibilities
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
In this workshop, we explored the vibrant and versatile world of pastels. We investigated fun techniques such as using soap and sandpaper with both oil and soft pastels. We dove into creating our own pastel paste, had lots of time to practice and left with plenty of new ideas to share with our students.
Presenter: Klara Hermanek and Carla Otero, American School of Doha, Qatar.
Barcelona, Spain
In this workshop, we explored the vibrant and versatile world of pastels. We investigated fun techniques such as using soap and sandpaper with both oil and soft pastels. We dove into creating our own pastel paste, had lots of time to practice and left with plenty of new ideas to share with our students.
Presenter: Klara Hermanek and Carla Otero, American School of Doha, Qatar.
Printmaking
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
Participants in this workshop made a bag from scratch using a lino cut plate and sewing skills. As you can see the results were as unique as they were beautiful!
Presenter: Lindsey Bailey, Dulwich College, Beijing, China.
Photo by Tess Hitchcock.
Barcelona, Spain
Participants in this workshop made a bag from scratch using a lino cut plate and sewing skills. As you can see the results were as unique as they were beautiful!
Presenter: Lindsey Bailey, Dulwich College, Beijing, China.
Photo by Tess Hitchcock.
Classroom Faces
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
In this engaging, hands-on clay workshop, we crafted a unique ceramic head, exploring. various artistic styles including realism, mythology, cultural masks, animal features, and fantasy.
Presenter: Ryan Pace, American School of Doha, Qatar.
Barcelona, Spain
In this engaging, hands-on clay workshop, we crafted a unique ceramic head, exploring. various artistic styles including realism, mythology, cultural masks, animal features, and fantasy.
Presenter: Ryan Pace, American School of Doha, Qatar.
The Secret of Colors
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
In this practical workshop, participants learned inexpensive techniques for processing pigments and making paints using natural, inexpensive, non-toxic materials that last centuries.
Presenter: Lucie Wiedemann, International School Augsburg, Germany.
Barcelona, Spain
In this practical workshop, participants learned inexpensive techniques for processing pigments and making paints using natural, inexpensive, non-toxic materials that last centuries.
Presenter: Lucie Wiedemann, International School Augsburg, Germany.
Create, Collaborate & Curate
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
Using simplistic forms through mixed media, participants were taken through a series of prompts to generate a number of artworks. We then worked collaboratively to find commonalities across our works and curate a cohesive exhibition. This was a powerful tool to bring back to our high school students.
Presenter: Shannon Brinkley, Leipzig International School, Germany.
Barcelona, Spain
Using simplistic forms through mixed media, participants were taken through a series of prompts to generate a number of artworks. We then worked collaboratively to find commonalities across our works and curate a cohesive exhibition. This was a powerful tool to bring back to our high school students.
Presenter: Shannon Brinkley, Leipzig International School, Germany.
Portrait in Watercolor
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
This workshop delved into the intricacies of hue, temperature, and saturation, demonstrating how these elements can be manipulated to create depth and visual interest. We received classroom lesson materials, slides, a video tutorial and assessment rubrics to take back to our classrooms as well!
Presenter: Jenn Hudson, Zurich International School, Switzerland.
Barcelona, Spain
This workshop delved into the intricacies of hue, temperature, and saturation, demonstrating how these elements can be manipulated to create depth and visual interest. We received classroom lesson materials, slides, a video tutorial and assessment rubrics to take back to our classrooms as well!
Presenter: Jenn Hudson, Zurich International School, Switzerland.
Narrative of Objects
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
This workshop was based on an assemblage art project the explores the hidden stories embedded within everyday objects, uncovering the profound connections between the material world and the human experience. We each made our own assemblage, weaven together a collective narrative that spoke to the complexities of life, identity and memory.
Presenter: Fiona Murphy, Brewster Madrid, Spain.
Barcelona, Spain
This workshop was based on an assemblage art project the explores the hidden stories embedded within everyday objects, uncovering the profound connections between the material world and the human experience. We each made our own assemblage, weaven together a collective narrative that spoke to the complexities of life, identity and memory.
Presenter: Fiona Murphy, Brewster Madrid, Spain.
The Power of Yet
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
How do we create a safe space in our art room for students to experiment and try new things without fear of failure, comparison or frustration? In this workshop, we learned activities and projects designed to encourage risk taking, creativity and embracing mistakes.
Presenter: Marsha Bycraft, International School Bangkok, Thailand.
Barcelona, Spain
How do we create a safe space in our art room for students to experiment and try new things without fear of failure, comparison or frustration? In this workshop, we learned activities and projects designed to encourage risk taking, creativity and embracing mistakes.
Presenter: Marsha Bycraft, International School Bangkok, Thailand.
Abstract Thinking Strategies
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
This workshop focused on activities aimed to open up our students' thinking to abstraction. Taking our cue from avant-garde thinkings and writers, we got a taste of what some simple practices can do to jumpstart an abstract mindset and set the stage for creativity that leaves routines, worries and insecurities behind.
Presenter: Jenny Tiefel, The American International School of Muscat, Oman.
Barcelona, Spain
This workshop focused on activities aimed to open up our students' thinking to abstraction. Taking our cue from avant-garde thinkings and writers, we got a taste of what some simple practices can do to jumpstart an abstract mindset and set the stage for creativity that leaves routines, worries and insecurities behind.
Presenter: Jenny Tiefel, The American International School of Muscat, Oman.
Contemporary Still Life
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
This hands-on workshop was designed for art teachers interested in exploring contemporary still life. We experimented with everyday objects, colored papers and innovative lighting techniques in various setups, capturing photographs to serve as inspiration for future paintings. We explored how light direction, contrast, color combinations and composition can shape the mood and visual impact of your artwork.
Presenter: Domingo Martinez, The American School in London.
Barcelona, Spain
This hands-on workshop was designed for art teachers interested in exploring contemporary still life. We experimented with everyday objects, colored papers and innovative lighting techniques in various setups, capturing photographs to serve as inspiration for future paintings. We explored how light direction, contrast, color combinations and composition can shape the mood and visual impact of your artwork.
Presenter: Domingo Martinez, The American School in London.
Generative AI in Visual Arts
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
In this session, we discussed the range of ways AI is being used in the arts and how our schools have been challenged by it. We shared ideas and practices around AI as well as productive ways we could use it in the future.
Presenter: Erik Niemi, The American School in London.
Barcelona, Spain
In this session, we discussed the range of ways AI is being used in the arts and how our schools have been challenged by it. We shared ideas and practices around AI as well as productive ways we could use it in the future.
Presenter: Erik Niemi, The American School in London.
Public Art Uplifts Us
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
In this hands-on workshop, we explored how to design an activity addressing how to inspire positivity in our school communities.
Presenter: Marguerite Impey, Evita Matveja and Linda Steinburga, International School of Latvia, Latvia.
Barcelona, Spain
In this hands-on workshop, we explored how to design an activity addressing how to inspire positivity in our school communities.
Presenter: Marguerite Impey, Evita Matveja and Linda Steinburga, International School of Latvia, Latvia.
AISB GATE 2023
Friday Morning Kick-off!
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
GATE was off to a fresh start Friday morning. We had incredible weather for exploring this beautiful city through the lens of art. This year we welcomed 72 art teachers from 26 countries!
Budapest, Hungary
GATE was off to a fresh start Friday morning. We had incredible weather for exploring this beautiful city through the lens of art. This year we welcomed 72 art teachers from 26 countries!
Swag!
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
This beautiful mug is one of the many generous creations the visual arts team at AISB gifted us in our swag bags.
Design by Louis Schalk, AISB, Hungary.
Budapest, Hungary
This beautiful mug is one of the many generous creations the visual arts team at AISB gifted us in our swag bags.
Design by Louis Schalk, AISB, Hungary.
Art Nouveau Treasures
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
We dug into the heritage of Budapest, discovering the incredible beauty of Hungarian Art Nouveau
architecture. One of the spectacular stops along this guided tour was the famous Gellert Bath, featuring intricate mosaic details surrounding steaming thermal pools (which some of us dipped into post-GATE)!
Led by Claudia Leporatti, Budapest.
Budapest, Hungary
We dug into the heritage of Budapest, discovering the incredible beauty of Hungarian Art Nouveau
architecture. One of the spectacular stops along this guided tour was the famous Gellert Bath, featuring intricate mosaic details surrounding steaming thermal pools (which some of us dipped into post-GATE)!
Led by Claudia Leporatti, Budapest.
Graffitti Wall Painting
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
We explored the Hall of Fame, a legitimate Graffiti Wall in Budapest, then collaborated with grafitti artist Adam to unleash our creativity, leaving our distinctive mark on the wall.
Led by Paul Corfield, AISB.
Budapest, Hungary
We explored the Hall of Fame, a legitimate Graffiti Wall in Budapest, then collaborated with grafitti artist Adam to unleash our creativity, leaving our distinctive mark on the wall.
Led by Paul Corfield, AISB.
Kerepisi Cemetery
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
Art teachers explored where Hungary's most famous citizens are buried including past presidents, artists, poets, and writers. We were led on an informative tour of exquisite mausoleums and sepulchral art that included a communist-era monument featuring socialist-realist bas-reliefs.
Budapest, Hungary
Art teachers explored where Hungary's most famous citizens are buried including past presidents, artists, poets, and writers. We were led on an informative tour of exquisite mausoleums and sepulchral art that included a communist-era monument featuring socialist-realist bas-reliefs.
Photo Walk Along the Danube
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
We took a leisurely stroll through some of the more photogenic areas of Budapest, taking photos along the banks of the Danube. Art teachers explored the castle district, then crossed over the chain bridge into Pest for some stunning shots.
Led by Karl Gray, AISB.
Budapest, Hungary
We took a leisurely stroll through some of the more photogenic areas of Budapest, taking photos along the banks of the Danube. Art teachers explored the castle district, then crossed over the chain bridge into Pest for some stunning shots.
Led by Karl Gray, AISB.
Robert Capa Contemporary Photography Centre
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
Famed photojournalist and wartime photographer Robert Capa's namesake photography center
is a cutting-edge arts space housed in a grand, art nouveau building. Participants were treated to the museum's extensive collection of his work alongside other notable
Hungarian photographers.
Budapest, Hungary
Famed photojournalist and wartime photographer Robert Capa's namesake photography center
is a cutting-edge arts space housed in a grand, art nouveau building. Participants were treated to the museum's extensive collection of his work alongside other notable
Hungarian photographers.
Urban/Street Art Tour
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
Art teachers embarked on a guided tour led by the locally renowned artist, Fat Heat. Together they explored Budapest's infamous Urban Art Gallery showcasing the spirit of the city's street art scene.
Led by Paul Corfield, AISB.
Photo by Sarah Clarkson-Spoors
Budapest, Hungary
Art teachers embarked on a guided tour led by the locally renowned artist, Fat Heat. Together they explored Budapest's infamous Urban Art Gallery showcasing the spirit of the city's street art scene.
Led by Paul Corfield, AISB.
Photo by Sarah Clarkson-Spoors
Victor Vasarely Museum
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
This museum celebrates Hungary’s famous Op Art artist, Victor Vasarely. While there, art teachers participated in a workshop highlighting multiple cross curricular connections to his work.
Budapest, Hungary
This museum celebrates Hungary’s famous Op Art artist, Victor Vasarely. While there, art teachers participated in a workshop highlighting multiple cross curricular connections to his work.
Friday Night Social
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary
AI Playground
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
How can we teach our students to collaborate with AI to make art responsibly? In this tech tutorial, teachers explored a process-generated model using AI resources and basic analog tools to create multimedia expressions of digital art.
Presenter: Louis Schalk, AISB, Hungary.
Budapest, Hungary
How can we teach our students to collaborate with AI to make art responsibly? In this tech tutorial, teachers explored a process-generated model using AI resources and basic analog tools to create multimedia expressions of digital art.
Presenter: Louis Schalk, AISB, Hungary.
Bits of Budapest
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
How can we incorporate our environment in our artwork? How can the surrounding culture affect our personal expression? Applying shared collage techniques and processes, participants created a self-portrait in response to their first impressions of the city.
Presenter: Lisa Steiner, BME International School, Budapest, Hungary.
Budapest, Hungary
How can we incorporate our environment in our artwork? How can the surrounding culture affect our personal expression? Applying shared collage techniques and processes, participants created a self-portrait in response to their first impressions of the city.
Presenter: Lisa Steiner, BME International School, Budapest, Hungary.
Mindfulness and Mandalas
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
How can we work with mandalas to practice self-discovery and mindfulness in the art classroom? After learning about the history and benefits of this ancient practice, teachers created their own mandalas with personal meaning.
Presenter: Rani Ferraiolo, American School of Paris, France.
Budapest, Hungary
How can we work with mandalas to practice self-discovery and mindfulness in the art classroom? After learning about the history and benefits of this ancient practice, teachers created their own mandalas with personal meaning.
Presenter: Rani Ferraiolo, American School of Paris, France.
Steam House Building
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
What kind of house can you build given a variety of resources? Teachers explored the adaptable, exciting, hands-on world of architecture through the lens of primary school.
Presenter: Cody Buye, NHL Stenden, Netherlands.
Budapest, Hungary
What kind of house can you build given a variety of resources? Teachers explored the adaptable, exciting, hands-on world of architecture through the lens of primary school.
Presenter: Cody Buye, NHL Stenden, Netherlands.
The Challenge of Assessments
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
Teachers dug in to share a wide range of assessment tools and strategies with the goal of their students becoming more effective, self-regulated learners actively engaged in their own assessment.
Presenter: Faith Kumaraswamy, Aarhus International School, Denmark.
Budapest, Hungary
Teachers dug in to share a wide range of assessment tools and strategies with the goal of their students becoming more effective, self-regulated learners actively engaged in their own assessment.
Presenter: Faith Kumaraswamy, Aarhus International School, Denmark.
Art and Code
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
Participants in this tech tutorial learned basic programming techniques to produce static as well as interactive images
using Processing, a flexible software "sketchbook" that inspires artists to explore art using code. We considered ways in which computational algorithms mirror traditional artistic processes but are carried out by a computer rather than a human being and discussed the burgeoning
influence of artificial intelligence and its impact on the production of digital art.
Presenter: Kent Collins, The American School in London, UK.
Budapest, Hungary
Participants in this tech tutorial learned basic programming techniques to produce static as well as interactive images
using Processing, a flexible software "sketchbook" that inspires artists to explore art using code. We considered ways in which computational algorithms mirror traditional artistic processes but are carried out by a computer rather than a human being and discussed the burgeoning
influence of artificial intelligence and its impact on the production of digital art.
Presenter: Kent Collins, The American School in London, UK.
Expressive Mind Painting
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
How can we let our true emotions and creativity out without the fear of
being judged? In this workshop, participants learned to let go by creating a painting
blindfolded and in complete silence through the guidance of the facilitator. Hear,
touch and smell played a big role and carefully selected music was
be played throughout the process to enhance the different senses throughout the experience.
Presenter: Lisa Chiu, The American School of Paris, France.
Budapest, Hungary
How can we let our true emotions and creativity out without the fear of
being judged? In this workshop, participants learned to let go by creating a painting
blindfolded and in complete silence through the guidance of the facilitator. Hear,
touch and smell played a big role and carefully selected music was
be played throughout the process to enhance the different senses throughout the experience.
Presenter: Lisa Chiu, The American School of Paris, France.
Layering Creativity
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
How do the materials and methods artists use relate to and enhance the concept? Teachers explored using analog techniques to create original 2D artworks. We explored techniques such as photo transfer, rephotography through glass, drawing on photos, and using an assortment of materials to add texture and interest to the image.
Presenter: Kerri Jolley, Zurich International School, Switzerland.
Budapest, Hungary
How do the materials and methods artists use relate to and enhance the concept? Teachers explored using analog techniques to create original 2D artworks. We explored techniques such as photo transfer, rephotography through glass, drawing on photos, and using an assortment of materials to add texture and interest to the image.
Presenter: Kerri Jolley, Zurich International School, Switzerland.
Paper Dress
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
This workshop was designed as an effective way of introducing students to fashion without sewing.
Emphasizing sustainability, teachers collected recycled materials to construct their designs, then strutted their stuff on the catwalk.
Presenter: Lucie Wiedemann, International School Augsburg, Germany.
Budapest, Hungary
This workshop was designed as an effective way of introducing students to fashion without sewing.
Emphasizing sustainability, teachers collected recycled materials to construct their designs, then strutted their stuff on the catwalk.
Presenter: Lucie Wiedemann, International School Augsburg, Germany.
More Paper Dress!
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
One of the most memorable, joyful and entertaining workshops at the Exchange!
Presenter: Lucie Wiedemann, International School Augsburg, Germany.
Budapest, Hungary
One of the most memorable, joyful and entertaining workshops at the Exchange!
Presenter: Lucie Wiedemann, International School Augsburg, Germany.
Costuming
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
In this hands-on workshop, teachers shared their practice in teaching costume design, emphasizing collaboration, communication ideas, and the recognition of space and boundaries.
Presenter: Lindsey Bailey, Dulwich College Beijing, China.
Budapest, Hungary
In this hands-on workshop, teachers shared their practice in teaching costume design, emphasizing collaboration, communication ideas, and the recognition of space and boundaries.
Presenter: Lindsey Bailey, Dulwich College Beijing, China.
Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Art
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
In this forum, participants discussed a range of practices, materials and considerations for teaching art more sustainably as well as for better health. We shared low cost, natural alternatives to common materials and best practices for teaching students how to be more eco-friendly in the art classroom.
Presenter: Erik Niemi, The American School in London, UK.
Budapest, Hungary
In this forum, participants discussed a range of practices, materials and considerations for teaching art more sustainably as well as for better health. We shared low cost, natural alternatives to common materials and best practices for teaching students how to be more eco-friendly in the art classroom.
Presenter: Erik Niemi, The American School in London, UK.
Color Mixing: Engaging & Fun!
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
In this hands-on workshop we explored how to put color theory and mixing into practice to create artworks. We explored objects in our surroundings to create a color scheme that was then applied to a small painting.
Presenter: Domingo Martinez, American School of London, UK.
Budapest, Hungary
In this hands-on workshop we explored how to put color theory and mixing into practice to create artworks. We explored objects in our surroundings to create a color scheme that was then applied to a small painting.
Presenter: Domingo Martinez, American School of London, UK.
Nature's Ink
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
Ágnes Kemendi, author of Festés növényekkel (Painting with Plants), has been researching and practicing dye- and paint-making using natural materials for over forty years. In this workshop, she shared her knowledge with us and guided us through the discovery of how colors are created from plants. It was truly remarkable.
Presenters: Piroska Nagy, American International School of Budapest, Hungary with Ágnes Kemendi.
Budapest, Hungary
Ágnes Kemendi, author of Festés növényekkel (Painting with Plants), has been researching and practicing dye- and paint-making using natural materials for over forty years. In this workshop, she shared her knowledge with us and guided us through the discovery of how colors are created from plants. It was truly remarkable.
Presenters: Piroska Nagy, American International School of Budapest, Hungary with Ágnes Kemendi.
Needle Felting
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
In this hands-on workshop, we learned the basic steps of felting on fabric. Fun was had by all as we felted everything from our stained clothing to our hair to our swag aprons.
Presenter: Maribeth Relano, American International School of Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary
In this hands-on workshop, we learned the basic steps of felting on fabric. Fun was had by all as we felted everything from our stained clothing to our hair to our swag aprons.
Presenter: Maribeth Relano, American International School of Budapest, Hungary
Farewell Ceremony at AISB
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary
Group Portrait
AISB GATE 2023
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary
ISF GATE 2022
Group Portrait on the Terrace
ISF GATE 2022
Florence, Italy
This past October, 58 Teachers from 22 countries gathered in Italy to connect, create and collaborate at the International School of Florence, hosted by the amazing Tess Hitchcock!
Photo: Mandy Goynes
Florence, Italy
This past October, 58 Teachers from 22 countries gathered in Italy to connect, create and collaborate at the International School of Florence, hosted by the amazing Tess Hitchcock!
Photo: Mandy Goynes
Firenze Photowalk
ISF GATE 2022
Florence, Italy
How can we convey a sense of place through our image making? Excursion led by Robyn Zellar, The American School in London, UK and Keri Jolley, Zurich International School, Switzerland.
Florence, Italy
How can we convey a sense of place through our image making? Excursion led by Robyn Zellar, The American School in London, UK and Keri Jolley, Zurich International School, Switzerland.
Galleria dell'Accademia
ISF GATE 2022
Florence, Italy
Art excursion led by Tanya Bruckner, Florence, Italy.
Florence, Italy
Art excursion led by Tanya Bruckner, Florence, Italy.
Uffizi Gallery
ISF GATE 2022
Florence, Italy
How can we feel there and then in the here and now? Art excursion led by Andi Nufer, International School of Florence, Italy.
Florence, Italy
How can we feel there and then in the here and now? Art excursion led by Andi Nufer, International School of Florence, Italy.
Urban Sketching
ISF GATE 2022
Florence, Italy
Mindful drawing excursion led by Jenny Thomas and Salma Raza, American School in London, UK.
Art by Melissa Di Cesare
Florence, Italy
Mindful drawing excursion led by Jenny Thomas and Salma Raza, American School in London, UK.
Art by Melissa Di Cesare
Olafur Eliasson Exhibition
ISF GATE 2022
Florence, Italy
"The More We Look, The Deeper It Gets." Excursion led by Tess Hitchcock and Vanessa Regnier, International School of Florence, Italy.
Photo: Zsuzsi Kallenberg
Florence, Italy
"The More We Look, The Deeper It Gets." Excursion led by Tess Hitchcock and Vanessa Regnier, International School of Florence, Italy.
Photo: Zsuzsi Kallenberg
Watercolor Taste & See
ISF GATE 2022
Florence Italy
How can we feel and respond to the hunger for beauty art quenches? Workshop led by Andi Nufer, International School of Florence, Italy.
Florence Italy
How can we feel and respond to the hunger for beauty art quenches? Workshop led by Andi Nufer, International School of Florence, Italy.
Camera Obscura
ISF GATE 2022
Florence, Italy
Hands-on workshop on how to turn your classroom into a real camera obscura led by Luchy Harrold, The American School in London.
Florence, Italy
Hands-on workshop on how to turn your classroom into a real camera obscura led by Luchy Harrold, The American School in London.
Storytelling through Weaving
ISF GATE 2022
Florence, Italy
How can we use color, texture and pattern to tell stories? Workshop led by Tess Hitchcock, International School of Florence.
Florence, Italy
How can we use color, texture and pattern to tell stories? Workshop led by Tess Hitchcock, International School of Florence.
Dopamine Designing
ISF GATE 2022
Florence, Italy
How can the colours that make us happy inspire and inform design? Workshop led by Robyn Zellar, American School in London, UK.
Florence, Italy
How can the colours that make us happy inspire and inform design? Workshop led by Robyn Zellar, American School in London, UK.
Felt Making
ISF GATE, 2022
Florence, Italy.
Hands-on workshop led by Helen Arnold, Anglo American School of Moscow, Russia.
Florence, Italy.
Hands-on workshop led by Helen Arnold, Anglo American School of Moscow, Russia.
Visual Metaphor
ISF GATE 2022
Florence Italy
What are the transformative potentials of materials? Hands-on workshop led by Melanie O'Leary, The American School in London, UK.
Florence Italy
What are the transformative potentials of materials? Hands-on workshop led by Melanie O'Leary, The American School in London, UK.
Dry-point Etching
ISF GATE 2022
Florence, Italy
Hands-on workshop taught by Jennifer Paisley, Hall-Dale High School, Maine, USA.
Photo: Mandy Goynes
Florence, Italy
Hands-on workshop taught by Jennifer Paisley, Hall-Dale High School, Maine, USA.
Photo: Mandy Goynes
Blueprint in the Classroom
ISF GATE 2022
Florence, Italy
Cyanotype workshop led by Lucie Wiedemann, Internationale Schule Augsburg, Germany.
Photo: Marysol Melgarejo
Florence, Italy
Cyanotype workshop led by Lucie Wiedemann, Internationale Schule Augsburg, Germany.
Photo: Marysol Melgarejo
Inquiry through Landscape
ISF GATE 2022
Florence, Italy
How can we express our relationship to our ever-changing surroundings? Workshop led by Domingo Martinez, The American School in London, UK.
Florence, Italy
How can we express our relationship to our ever-changing surroundings? Workshop led by Domingo Martinez, The American School in London, UK.
Hands-on Drawing
ISF GATE 2022
Florence, Italy
How do we encounter life as an art? Workshop led by Andi Nufer, International School of Florence, Italy.
Florence, Italy
How do we encounter life as an art? Workshop led by Andi Nufer, International School of Florence, Italy.
Tuscan Morning Light
ISF GATE 2022
Florence, Italy
The view from the terrace at the International School of Florence is breathtaking.
Photo: Keri Jolley
Florence, Italy
The view from the terrace at the International School of Florence is breathtaking.
Photo: Keri Jolley
Until Next Time!
ISF GATE 2022
Florence, Italy
What's the best thing about GATE? The connections with other art teachers from around the world and the friendships made...
Florence, Italy
What's the best thing about GATE? The connections with other art teachers from around the world and the friendships made...
ASL GATE 2019
Welcome to London!
ASL GATE 2019
London, UK
Art teachers from around the world celebrating our first day together at Picadilly Circus.
London, UK
Art teachers from around the world celebrating our first day together at Picadilly Circus.
Soho Rephotography
ASL GATE 2019
London, UK
How can we experience a sense of time and place through the lens of someone from the past? Art excursion led by Robyn Zellar and Rhiannon West, The American School in London, UK.
London, UK
How can we experience a sense of time and place through the lens of someone from the past? Art excursion led by Robyn Zellar and Rhiannon West, The American School in London, UK.
Drawing in Hampstead Heath
ASL GATE 2019
London, UK
Drawing for meditation art excursion led by Jenny Thomas and Melanie O'Leary, The American School in London, UK.
London, UK
Drawing for meditation art excursion led by Jenny Thomas and Melanie O'Leary, The American School in London, UK.
V&A Walk & Talk
ASL GATE 2019
London, UK
Guided gallery excursion led by Luchy Harrold, Rhiannon West and Robyn Zellar, The American School in London, UK.
London, UK
Guided gallery excursion led by Luchy Harrold, Rhiannon West and Robyn Zellar, The American School in London, UK.
Upcycled Aprons
ASL GATE 2019
London, UK
The lovely Ms. Gi, modelling one of the many upcycled apron bags made for all attendees by Robyn Zellar, Team Leader for ASL GATE.
London, UK
The lovely Ms. Gi, modelling one of the many upcycled apron bags made for all attendees by Robyn Zellar, Team Leader for ASL GATE.
Tate Modern
ASL GATE 2019
London, UK
How can we create meaningful interactive learning experiences for our students? Art excursion led by Domingo Martinez, The American School in London, UK.
Photo: Erik Niemi
London, UK
How can we create meaningful interactive learning experiences for our students? Art excursion led by Domingo Martinez, The American School in London, UK.
Photo: Erik Niemi
Damien Hirst Gallery
ASL GATE 2019
London, UK
How can we use space to engage audiences, create impact and build narratives? Art excursion led by Anthony Gow, The American School in London, UK.
London, UK
How can we use space to engage audiences, create impact and build narratives? Art excursion led by Anthony Gow, The American School in London, UK.
Art as Social Commentary
ASL GATE 2019
London, 2019
Hands-on workshop for the global classroom led by Jenny Thomas, The American School in London, UK.
London, 2019
Hands-on workshop for the global classroom led by Jenny Thomas, The American School in London, UK.
Arts as Tools for Thinking
ASL GATE 2019
London, UK
How can we foster playful inquiry and deepen student learning through encounters with materials? Workshop led by Melanie O'Leary and Natasha Froud, The American School in London, UK.
London, UK
How can we foster playful inquiry and deepen student learning through encounters with materials? Workshop led by Melanie O'Leary and Natasha Froud, The American School in London, UK.
The Art of Questioning
ASL GATE 2019
London, UK
Hands-on inquiry-based workshop led by Domingo Martinez, The American School in London, UK.
London, UK
Hands-on inquiry-based workshop led by Domingo Martinez, The American School in London, UK.
Snap, Crackle, Pop!
ASL GATE 2019
London, UK
How can students approach graphic design through a professional collaborative model? Hands-on workshop led by Jenny Price, International School of Stavanger, Norway.
London, UK
How can students approach graphic design through a professional collaborative model? Hands-on workshop led by Jenny Price, International School of Stavanger, Norway.
Storytelling through Fashion
ASL GATE 2019
London, UK
What does your eye love? Part I of the hands-on fashion design workshop taught by Robyn Zellar, The American School in London, UK.
London, UK
What does your eye love? Part I of the hands-on fashion design workshop taught by Robyn Zellar, The American School in London, UK.
Storytelling through Fashion
ASL GATE 2019
London, UK
How can we weave narratives through fashion design? Part II of this hands-on workshop led by Robyn Zellar, The American School in London, UK.
London, UK
How can we weave narratives through fashion design? Part II of this hands-on workshop led by Robyn Zellar, The American School in London, UK.
Half/Half Studio
ASL GATE 2019
London, UK
A half observational, half imaginative hands-on painting workshop led by Maria Lezon.
London, UK
A half observational, half imaginative hands-on painting workshop led by Maria Lezon.
Soft Sculpture
ASL GATE 2019
London, UK
Cheers! Hands-on 3D workshop led by Anthony Gow, The American School in London, UK.
London, UK
Cheers! Hands-on 3D workshop led by Anthony Gow, The American School in London, UK.
Sewing Bee Open Studio
ASL GATE 2019
London, UK
Teachers as Artists open studio session led by Robyn Zellar, The American School in London, UK.
London, UK
Teachers as Artists open studio session led by Robyn Zellar, The American School in London, UK.
Virtual Reality through VA
ASL GATE 2019
London, UK
How can virtual reality inspire risk taking in art? Hands-on workshop led by Tom Lamb, ACS International School Cobham, UK.
London, UK
How can virtual reality inspire risk taking in art? Hands-on workshop led by Tom Lamb, ACS International School Cobham, UK.
One of our many socials!
ASL GATE 2019
London, UK
Here we are, enjoying some quality down time at one of our favorite local establishments.
London, UK
Here we are, enjoying some quality down time at one of our favorite local establishments.
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