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graphite, and pencil drawings. We created different pieces with each of those mediums and
learned about techniques specific to each medium. For example, the way you hold a brush with
India ink is different from the brushes and the way you paint with tempera paint.
I feel very well prepared in the area of visual arts because art is very enjoyable for me. I
think I would do an outstanding job in showing students how to recreate their own works of art. I
would also be able to guide students in analyzing other people's works to find common themes
and ideas. I feel less prepared in all the other areas of performing arts. I have never liked acting,
so I cannot imagine how I would teach theatre to somebody else. Dance is also not my greatest
strength. For music, I am also worried because I do not play any instruments. I took an
introductory music course at a community college, but that was years ago and I am not sure that I
remember everything I learned.
For this area of my portfolio I plan to share some of my drawings and paintings that I
created in ART 301. Those work samples demonstrate my knowledge in visual arts because they
show that I understand different concepts and techniques that are necessary in creating a piece of
art. However, I must admit that I do not have much to show for the areas of performing arts.
Before I begin teaching, I need to take courses in those areas that would help me become a better
teacher because, as of now, I would not be an efficient performing arts teacher.