I’m terrible at updating this site, but I do try to post more often on Facebook. Check out my work and those of my students there.
Staying Up To Date
Author Archives: swartstudio
Wrapping 2023 Creatively
Teaching art is privilege, but the work put in at school can rob you of time and energy that could be used in the studio, especially when you teach K-8. I’ve tried to use my lesson planning as an outlet … Continue reading
“Genesis: Pagan-X” 2023
Completed! “Genesis: Pagan-X”, oil painting on Bristol board, 20”x24”. Inspired by, in no particular order, “The Garden of Earthly Delights” by Hieronymus Bosch, Blue Devil, the Friday the 13th franchise, Ghost Rider, Etrigan the Demon, Lady Death, and the X-Men. I … Continue reading
“August Diana” 2023
There’s still a minor tweak or two, but I finished this last night. I haven’t grappled with so much creative discord over a piece in awhile. It was kinda fun. I’m still not totally pleased with it, but I’m proud … Continue reading
“Muscles” 2023
It’s finished! I’m proud to have completed a second painting this summer. The school year left me with little time to myself for creativity. I’m grateful to the universe to have had this space and opportunity. I was still on … Continue reading
“Pavement” 2023
This went from an image of a robotic Sentinel to a mystical statue ala Ray Harryhausen. Continue reading
The Justice League of the ’90s!
This Friday, 7:30pm EST, join me and some of the creative crew behind the Justice League of the ‘90s! This was one of the most creative and diverse times in the League’s 30+ year history. We’ll be dedicating our conversation … Continue reading
Celebrating the End of the School Year
The second term of the school year was a marathon, but I’m pleased to say it was very successful! Continue reading
National Superhero Day
Today I received a surprise from my third grade friends! These made my day!
The latest in Room 210!
So much has happened in the last seven weeks since I took over a new classroom! My fifth grade class ended our last week together before February break on a high note and I’m looking forward to our return as … Continue reading
SWart Studio 