I interviewed Ms. Martinez, so that people that want to get to know more about the new Art teacher can ad all that good stuff.
Jakob: Why are you a teacher?
Ms. Martinez: I am a teacher because I love to inspire my students. Also, being around young people every day helps me remain knowledgeable about current trends and ideas. And helps break down barriers.
Jakob:What are some things about your art background?
Ms. Martinez: I graduated from UTSA with a Bachelors of Fine Arts Degree in Photography in 2003. Since 2008, I’ve been focusing more on my drawing skills, marketing, and less on my photography. I now have an online store where I sell merchandise with my art work on t-shirts, hoodies, posters, iGear, and more!
Jakob: What is some stuff your classes will be doing this year?
Ms. Martinez: My classes will emphasize technical skill, design, composition, problem solving, conceptual thinking, creativity, art history, presentation, safety, and visual culture. They will also explore a variety of two-dimensional and three-dimensional art forms. For example, My Studio Art Students will be working with non-traditional mediums, such as duct tape, card board and found objects to form their works of art.
Ms. Martinez: O.D. Green
Jakob: What types of art do you like?
Ms. Martinez: I appreciate all types of art, however, I find myself gravitating towards Gothic and Dark Lowbrow Art these days.
Jakob: What’s your favorite food?
Ms. Martinez: Chicken Pho & Spring Rolls
Jakob:How did you hear about SASIC?
Ms. Martinez: I received an e-mail from an acquaintance saying that SASIC was in need of an Art Teacher.
Jakob:What kind of music do you like?
Ms. Martinez: Just like art I appreciate all kinds of music. My iPod is filled with eclectic styles of music. So, it is hard to pick a favorite.
The following are just a few of the artists on my iPod:
Gogol Bordello, Faith no More, Portishead, the Melvins, Hank Williams Sr., Hank Williams III, the Pogues and many more
Ms. Martinez: My classes will emphasize technical skill, design, composition, problem solving, conceptual thinking, creativity, art history, presentation, safety, and visual culture. They will also explore a variety of two-dimensional and three-dimensional art forms. For example, My Studio Art Students will be working with non-traditional mediums, such as duct tape, card board and found objects to form their works of art.
Jakob: What’s your favorite food?
Ms. Martinez: Chicken Pho & Spring Rolls
Jakob:How did you hear about SASIC?
Ms. Martinez: I received an e-mail from an acquaintance saying that SASIC was in need of an Art Teacher.
Jakob:What kind of music do you like?
Ms. Martinez: Just like art I appreciate all kinds of music. My iPod is filled with eclectic styles of music. So, it is hard to pick a favorite.
The following are just a few of the artists on my iPod:
Gogol Bordello, Faith no More, Portishead, the Melvins, Hank Williams Sr., Hank Williams III, the Pogues and many more
Jakob: What is some stuff your classes will be doing this year?
Ms. Martinez: My classes will emphasize technical skill, design, composition, problem solving, conceptual thinking, creativity, art history, presentation, safety, and visual culture. They will also explore a variety of two-dimensional and three-dimensional art forms. For example, My Studio Art Students will be working with non-traditional mediums, such as duct tape, card board and found objects to form their works of art.
Thanks for your letting us into your world Ms. Martinez! Your answers are great, it's cool to get to know you better!
ReplyDeletethank for letting me know whats up with the art teacher and th art classes. Its really cool to know her alot better -leonard c.
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