MK Art Academy

Building a Love of Art in Our Students


Hello! I am Michelle Kamrath and have written the Emerging Art textbook and founded the MK Art Academy online. My experience comes from over 25 years as a professional artist showing and selling art through galleries and juried art shows. In 2015, I started teaching Middle/High School art, and taught graphic design at the college level at the Art Institute of Las Vegas.  I wrote Emerging Art as a way to document my method for teaching art. It is systematic and builds on foundational principles. I believe anyone can learn to love art and enjoy creating it with encouragement and systematic instruction. 

My philosophy

Secondary Art Teacher & College Art Professor

Firstly, I believe visual thinking is at the root of creative thinking, which is so needed today. All of the genius' in history were visual thinkers, yet our educational systems haven't seen it's value (yet!). It seems art programs are the first to be cut in our schools. I believe developing visual skills will grow brains in and for all areas of life. Secondly, I believe all humans are creative, priceless and bring unique value to this world. Our artistic expressions, whatever they may be, raise awareness of the value we each have and what beautiful thing each brings to this world.

Homeschool Mom

Best Decision Ever

As a mom of two amazing kids, I decided to homeschool them during their elementary years. It was one of the best decisions of my life. When they both graduated High School I was proud of them, of course, but a little sad our school days were over. I was immersed in the whole process with them. I understand the importance of great curriculum and getting the support for my kids for a well-rounded education. I am hoping MK Art Academy can be that for parents who want their budding artists to have great instruction and preparation in art for post-secondary opportunities.

Emerging Art Curriculum

Growing Artful Minds Through Creativity

I believe art and creative thinking can and should be systematically built in students, and without it, our society suffers. I believe Emerging Art does this. Publishing Emerging Art: Student and Teacher Editions and opening my online art school, MK Art Academy has been a dream come true. I am so grateful to offer curriculum support for art teachers and home school parents.
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"Art gives a voice to what's inside, which is why it's so important."

I believe all students have the ability to learn art and its concepts, but that is not what I feel is most important. It is to help build the confidence that there is value inside each student and that it is art that can give expression to each voice.

- Michelle Kamrath, Founder of MK Art Academy and Author of Emerging Art
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