John Zollo
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North Arlington, New Jersey, United States
About the store
2001-Present Religious Education Teacher, Confraternity of
Christian Doctrine (CCD), Queen of Peace Church
Served as a teacher for all grades 1st to 8th. CurrentlyTeaching
6th grade, Bible History
2005-2011 -Tutoring
Tutored four students totaling fifteen hours per week. Students
are two seniors for Geometry and one Sophomore for
general subjects, but focusing mainly on Algebra and English
2008-Present - Art Instructor at Kip Center, Rutherford NJ
Currently acquired to a series of art classes at local senior
center in Rutherford NJ. Students study various
techniques and mediums in classes from introductory to
intermediate and mastery levels.
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Battle of the Brushstrokes: Native Transformation Mask
Battle of the Brushstrokes is a one day lesson plan/ handout to discuss the work of the indigenous people of North America through their works in the Transforming mask. This lesson combines both Art history and Creative writing. Lesson is broken down for grading purposes as well.
The style of this lesson is mastery. The students look at technical properties of the paintings first. Next is the feelings brought up by the pieces and finally a real world application for the process.
This lesson i
7th - 12th
Art History, For All Subjects, Native Americans
Battle of the Brushstrokes: Chinese Watercolor and Japanese Prints
Battle of the Brushstrokes is a one day lesson plan/ handout to discuss the works of Chinese Watercolor and its influence on Japanese Ukiyo(-e) prints. This lesson combines both Art history and Creative writing. Lesson is broken down for grading purposes as well.
The style of this lesson is mastery. The students look at technical properties of the paintings first. Next is the feelings brought up by the pieces and finally a real world application for the process.
This lesson is a great rainy d
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Art History, Asian Studies, Writing
Bandboxes- The Complete Collection ( ALL TEMPLATES INCLUDED)
Welcome to the world of Bandboxing! A traditional cross-curricular technique with roots dating back to the mid 18th century. This project combines historical background with the cunning creativity of Colonial America. {This Ultimate Packet} In this packet, get the basic lesson along with step-by-step instructions and templates for every lesson in the Bandbox Set (Hearts, Double Circles, Split Circles, Tear Drop, Architectural Quad, Clovers & Shell) Bandboxes were a familiar form of stor
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Applied Math, Art, Art History
The Basics of Bandboxing: A cross-curricular unit
Welcome to the world of Bandboxing! A traditional cross-curricular technique with roots dating back to the mid 18th century. This project combines historical background with the cunning creativity of Colonial America.
Bandboxes were a familiar form of storage for nearly a hundred years beginning in the mid-eighteenth century. Slipped into a drawstring bag, they were the carry-on luggage of their day. They went out of style as transportation turned from horse and carriage to train and steam
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Math, Performing Arts
Battle of the Brushstrokes: Discovering David
Battle of the Brushstrokes is a one day lesson plan/ handout to discuss the works of Bernini and Donatello. This lesson combines both Art history and Creative writing. Lesson is broken down for grading purposes as well.
The style of this lesson is mastery. The students look at technical properties of the paintings first. Next is the feelings brought up by the pieces and finally a real world application for the process.
This lesson is a great rainy day activity for students of any grade and no
5th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Art History, Other (Arts), Writing-Essays
Hi My Name Is ( An Introduction to Letters + Coloring)
"Hi My Name Is" is a fun and creative way to teaching students about the letters in their name while giving them a great way to practice hand eye coordination while coloring. The book simply is a print off to help students create an introduction book that can easily be printed and copied to help students learn each others name. In addition, students will learn names of things that go with their names to help create a mnemonic device on how to remember their new friends names. This lesson can
PreK - 1st
Art, Spelling, Writing
Bandboxes- Advanced ( Clovers & Shells)
Welcome to the world of Bandboxing! A traditional cross-curricular technique with roots dating back to the mid 18th century. This project combines historical background with the cunning creativity of Colonial America. {This Advanced Complete Packet} In this packet, get the basic lesson along with step-by-step instructions and templates for Clover shaped boxes and Shell shaped boxes. Bandboxes were a familiar form of storage for nearly a hundred years beginning in the mid-eighteenth centu
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Applied Math, Art, Art History
Battle of the Brushstrokes: Going Mad
Battle of the Brushstrokes is a one day lesson plan/ handout to discuss the works of Tenniel and Loungsbery and their illustrations of the literary work "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland". This lesson combines both Art history and Creative writing. Lesson is broken down for grading purposes as well.
The style of this lesson is mastery. The students look at technical properties of the paintings first. Next is the feelings brought up by the pieces and finally a real world application for the pro
4th - 12th
Art History, For All Subjects, Writing
Bandboxes- Intermediate ( Tear Drops & Architectural Quad)
Welcome to the world of Bandboxing! A traditional cross-curricular technique with roots dating back to the mid 18th century. This project combines historical background with the cunning creativity of Colonial America. {This Intermediate Complete Packet} In this packet, get the basic lesson along with step-by-step instructions and templates for Tear Drop Boxes and Architectural Quad Boxes. Bandboxes were a familiar form of storage for nearly a hundred years beginning in the mid-eighteenth
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Applied Math, Art, Art History
Bandboxing: Basics With Templates { Heart, Double Circle & Split Circle)
Welcome to the world of Bandboxing! A traditional cross-curricular technique with roots dating back to the mid 18th century. This project combines historical background with the cunning creativity of Colonial America. {This Beginner Complete Packet} In this packet, get the basic lesson along with step-by-step instructions and templates for Heart Boxes, Double Circle Boxes and Split Circle Boxes Bandboxes were a familiar form of storage for nearly a hundred years beginning in the mid-eight
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Applied Math, Art, Art History
One Day Lessons: Learning Color
One Day Lessons are a great simple introduction to a new concept, in this case color. This lesson was designed during the COVID quarantine timeframe and works great for both physical classes and online/ virtual coursework. The concept is simple, and combines the use of color and design plus memories and interaction between students. Color can make a world of difference when stuck inside or when you are feeling down. Depending on what colors are around you, it can do amazing things like improv
K - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Art, Character Education, Graphic Arts
Battle of the Brushstrokes: Anxiety
Battle of the Brushstrokes is a one day lesson plan/ handout to discuss the works of Van Gogh and Vodkin focusing on their works about anxiety. This lesson combines both Art history and Creative writing. Lesson is broken down for grading purposes as well.
The style of this lesson is mastery. The students look at technical properties of the paintings first. Next is the feelings brought up by the pieces and finally a real world application for the process.
This lesson is a great rainy day activ
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Art History, Writing, Writing-Essays
Battle of the Brushstrokes: Surrealism and Mannerism~ Building Your Figure
Battle of the Brushstrokes is a one day lesson plan/ handout to discuss the works of Arcimboldo and Ocampo. This lesson combines both Art history and Creative writing. Lesson is broken down for grading purposes as well.
The style of this lesson is mastery. The students look at technical properties of the paintings first. Next is the feelings brought up by the pieces and finally a real world application for the process.
This lesson is a great rainy day activity for students of any grade and no
7th - 12th
Art History, For All Subjects, Writing
Battle of the Brushstrokes: Theatre Posters
Battle of the Brushstrokes is a one day lesson plan/ handout to discuss the works of Poster art for plays and its evolution over 40 years with "The Phantom of the Opera". This lesson combines both Art history and Creative writing. Lesson is broken down for grading purposes as well.
The style of this lesson is mastery. The students look at technical properties of the paintings first. Next is the feelings brought up by the pieces and finally a real world application for the process.
This lesson
5th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Art History, Drama, Writing
Battle of the Brushstrokes: Propaganda Art (WW1 & WW2)
NOTE: This is not appropriate for all audiences. Please keep this to upper class high school students.
Battle of the Brushstrokes is a one day lesson plan/ handout to discuss the works of WW1 and WW2 propaganda Art. This lesson combines both Art history and Creative writing. Lesson is broken down for grading purposes as well.
The style of this lesson is mastery. The students look at technical properties of the paintings first. Next is the feelings brought up by the pieces and finally a real w
10th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Art History, Writing
Color: A Mixing Guide for All Mediums
The purpose of this guide is for mixing colors in various mediums. These mediums include Acrylic, Oils and Watercolors. While the names of the brands may differ, this booklet keeps the colors to basics that are found throughout most major brands of color, both student grade and professional.
When purchasing paints, I personally use the student grade for both teaching and my personal and professional art as well. Keeping that in mind, I use brands that I find work the best. These popular
4th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Battle of the Brushstrokes: Madonna and Child; Advancing a Culture
Battle of the Brushstrokes is a one day lesson plan/ handout to discuss the works of Medieval art and the Renaissance focusing on the subject of the Madonna and child. This lesson combines both Art history and Creative writing. Lesson is broken down for grading purposes as well.
The style of this lesson is mastery. The students look at technical properties of the paintings first. Next is the feelings brought up by the pieces and finally a real world application for the process.
This lesson is
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Art History, Creative Writing, Writing
Battle of the Brushstrokes: Modern Expression and Color
Battle of the Brushstrokes is a one day lesson plan/ handout to discuss the works of Scott and Afremov with relation to their modern version of expressionism/impressionism. This lesson combines both Art history and Creative writing. Lesson is broken down for grading purposes as well.
The style of this lesson is mastery. The students look at technical properties of the paintings first. Next is the feelings brought up by the pieces and finally a real world application for the process.
This less
Not Specific
Art History, For All Subjects, Writing
Battle Of The Brushstrokes: Crooked Portraits (Schiele & Gualke)
This lesson combines both Art history and Creative writing. Lesson is broken down for grading purposes as well. In this battle, compare the works, style and techniques for Egon Schiele and Matthew Gualke. This handout looks at all aspects of the artwork and helps students come to their own conclusions using logic and reasoning to create their answers beyond traditional Art/ Art History knowledge. The style of this lesson is mastery. The students look at technical properties of the paintings fir
5th - 12th
Art History, Creative Writing, European History
CCSS
W.6.1
, W.6.2
, W.6.2a
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Battle of the Brushstrokes: Canvas on Canvas
Battle of the Brushstrokes is a one day lesson plan/ handout to discuss the works of Amiard and the original work from Ingres. This lesson looks at the question of "What if?" when it comes to figures in traditional works of art. Or changing them now with modern body modification such as tattoos. This lesson combines both Art history and Creative writing. Lesson is broken down for grading purposes as well.
NOTE: This is an amazing lesson for high school students because it combines something t
7th - 12th
Art History, For All Subjects, Writing
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About the store
Experience
2001-Present Religious Education Teacher, Confraternity of
Christian Doctrine (CCD), Queen of Peace Church
Served as a teacher for all grades 1st to 8th. CurrentlyTeaching
6th grade, Bible History
2005-2011 -Tutoring
Tutored four students totaling fifteen hours per week. Students
are two seniors for Geometry and one Sophomore for
general subjects, but focusing mainly on Algebra and English
2008-Present - Art Instructor at Kip Center, Rutherford NJ
Currently acquired to a series of art classes at local senior
center in Rutherford NJ. Students study various
techniques and mediums in classes from introductory to
intermediate and mastery levels.
Teaching style
My style of teaching incorporates just as my art does many different styles. First and foremost I keep up with current trends and advancements in the field using technology and making the information given out to students readily available through things like blogs, wikis and websites for the class itself.
I also keep my lessons with the more advanced students more about a technique rather than a particular subject matter. This keeps the students interested because it is what THEY want to do, rather than what they have to do.
Students discovery process is what is truly fascinating and what helps us as educators to keep advancing rather than getting stuck in ruts.
Awards & shining teacher moments
2012
Publication, Kip’s 1St Annual Art Show and Sale Award winners, Kip Kourrier (May 2012)
People’s Choice Award/Best in Show, Kip’s 1St Annual Art Show and Sale (April 2012)
Certificate of Commendation, (Bergen County) Senior Service Volunteer (April 2012)
Certificate of Commendation, (Bergen County) Service Volunteer (April 2012)
Certificate of Commendation, (Bergen County Sheriff) Service Volunteer (April 2012)
Publication, Kip’s 1St Annual Art Show and Sale announcement of board of directors, Kip Kourrier (March 2012)
Publication, Independent Art Class; popularity and most desired, Kip Kourrier (Feb 2012)
2011
Publication, Irish Rose, the Palette, Art Association of Rutherford Publication, Recognition for Environmental Art Show, Kip Kourrier. (Nov 2011)
Publication, Irish Rose, the Palette, Art Association of Rutherford (Nov 2011)
2ndPlace Mixed Media, 64th Annual Environmental Art Show (Oct 2011)

Best in Show, A Town Paints, Bloomfield Art League (May 2011)
1st Place Mixed Media, A Town Paints, Bloomfield Art League (May 2011)
1st Place Watercolor, A Town Paints, Bloomfield Art League (May 2011)
Certificate of Commendation, (Bergen County) Senior Service Volunteer (April 2011)
Certificate of Commendation, (Bergen County) Service Volunteer (April 2011)
Certificate of Commendation, (Bergen County Sheriff) Service Volunteer (April 2011)
Judge, Summerset County Asian American Heritage Month Art Show (March 2011)
2010
Publication, Snow day, the Palette, Art Association of Rutherford (Nov 2010)
Publication, Recognition for Environmental Art Show, Kip Kourrier. (Nov 2010)
Publication, Vets visit NAHS, South Bergenite (Oct 2010)
2nd Place Mixed Media, 63rd Annual Environmental Art Show (Oct 2010)

Certificate of Commendation, (Bergen County) Senior Service Volunteer (April 2010)
Certificate of Commendation, (Bergen County) Service Volunteer (April 2010)
Certificate of Commendation, (Bergen County Sheriff) Service Volunteer (April 2010)
Publication, Portrait of Mother, Chaves Literary Magazine (Fall and Spring)
Publication, Meet your instructor, Kip Kourrier (Feb 2010)
2009
Publication, Recognition for Mural Completion, Kip Kurrier (Dec 2009)
Publication, Recognition for Environmental Art Show, Kip Kourrier. (Nov 2009)
1nd Place Mixed Media, 62rd Annual Environmental Art Show (Oct 2009)
Certificate of Commendation, (Bergen County) Senior Service Volunteer (April 2009)
Certificate of Commendation, (Bergen County) Service Volunteer (April 2009)
Certificate of Commendation, (Bergen County Sheriff) Service Volunteer (April 2009)
Publication, Eagle Eye, Chaves Literary Magazine (Fall and Spring)
2008
Publication, Recognition for Environmental Art Show, Kip Kourrier. (Nov)
Honorable Mention, 61rd Annual Environmental Art Show (Oct)
Certificate of Commendation, (Bergen County) Senior Service Volunteer (April)
Certificate of Commendation, (Bergen County) Service Volunteer (April)
Certificate of Commendation, (Bergen County Sheriff) Service Volunteer (April)
Publication, Leopard, Chaves Literary Magazine (Fall and Spring)
2007
Publication, Rising From the Ashes, Chaves Literary Magazine (Fall)
Outstanding Achievement in Art Award, North Arlington High School
Americanism Award (Art Contest winner) evolution of women, Ladies Jewish Auxiliary
Color and Design Award, Semi finalist, Bergen County Teen Arts
My own education history
Seton Hall University
BA of Education
Double Concentration:
- Fine Arts (k-12)
- History (5-12)
Minor:
- Graphic Design
Additional biographical information
I am a full time artist/illustrator/web designer besides teaching art classes to a variety of students. My students range in ages from 12 to students in their 60's. I have experience working with students but more importantly out side experience with real clients, which also keeps me current in the market.
I am different from other posters on this site because my knowledge of art techniques is more than the norm. I specialize in forgotten techniques in art that are not only a beautiful art form, but also a way of introducing students to history and culture along the way.These techniques for the purposes of these lessons and workbooks have been simplified but can be taken more advanced through contacting me for further demonstrations.
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME ABOUT ANYTHING I POST HERE. I AM MORE THAN HAPPY TO HELP
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