Tiger Art @ Chelsea

Welcome to the Choice-Based Tiger Art Studio with Mrs. Maney

What is Choice-Based Art Education?

In my classroom, I follow a choice-based art education philosophy, also known as Teaching for Artistic Behavior (TAB). This approach views students as real artists, allowing them to make meaningful choices in their work. Rather than everyone creating the same project step by step, students are encouraged to decide on the subject matter that inspires them, the media that best fits their idea, and how they want to express themselves.

This model helps students develop independence, problem-solving skills, and confidence in their creativity. It also allows for more authentic learning—students are motivated because the art they create is personally relevant and meaningful to them. My role is to guide, demonstrate techniques, introduce new materials, and support students as they explore, experiment, and grow as artists.

In a choice-based classroom, students don’t just “make art”—they learn to think and work like artists.

Don't forget to follow #TigerArt on Instagram @artteacher43 to see all the fun and creative things we do in our studio.  

Mrs. Maney 

"Every child is an artist," Pablo Picasso.