Jo OMara - Art, Ages 2 And Up

I decided I wanted to be an artist when I was in Kindergarten...not a ballerina, or a princess, but an artist. Designing, painting, teaching...all things I love, all part of some big creative plan. My work stems from a solid background, many years of experience in several aspects of art.

Born and raised in NJ, I studied at The New York School of Visual Arts and achieved a BFA in Media Design. I began a long freelance career shortly after and was lucky to create work for several excellent companies on an ongoing basis. In 2008, I made the decision to pursue an interest in Art Education and have spent the last 9 years teaching young children while finding new ways to instill the same art basics I use everyday. This time has allowed me to create and implement successful art programs that incorporate basic elements of art, drawing skills and art history. These techniques provide a fun comprehensive foundation of art education for pre-K and elementary aged kids. The children also spark my creativity with their fresh and innocent take on all things around them. I also teach graphic design and painting to older students.

the author/illustrator of "The Elephants of Art", an educational art story that teaches the fundamental art elements that make up the visual world around us.

You can find more info on my book's site: www.artelephants.org

I hope to hear from you!