Although Kahn didn't win the
same accolade President Barack Obama surprised Joe Biden with on Thursday, the master of vibrant
oil paint and
pastels received a hefty honor the
same day: the U.S. State Department's International Medal of Arts.
The artist takes great interest in mixing media, subverting the traditional use of black charcoal,
oil - paint, paint - stick, gouache,
oil pastel and cardboard onto the
same surface.
On the surface, the big colorful paintings resemble process - based abstraction, where the
oil paint is skillfully blended on the surface to create the effect of a striped gradient, while the
same oil paint underneath is softened and looks like
pastel.
• Track record of instructing students about basic sketching and contouring techniques • Well versed in evaluating students» work, charting their progress, grading assignments and guiding them regarding their weaknesses appropriately • Hands - on experience in curriculum development, lesson planning and implementation with aid of modern and effective AV aids and instructional strategies • Expert in instructing students about working in various modes including
pastels,
oil colors, water colors, fabric paints, charcoal and pencil • Adept at creating and maintaining a highly stimulating, inspiring and multicultural classroom environment • Proven ability to introduce novel forms of art and inculcate the
same in the curriculum effectively • Demonstrated ability to enhance creativity among students by encouraging innovation, novelty and originality in their pieces of art • Familiar with various kinds of pixel sheets, sketching paper and art material, fully capable of determining age specific art material and techniques, suitable for assigned level and grades of children • Known for initiating, designing and implementing various art contests at the school to encourage a general appreciation for art among students • Competent at identifying course goals and fulfilling the
same in collaboration with students, teachers and parents • Proven skills in lesson planning, curriculum implementation, technique instruction, practice facilitation and assignment communication • Profound knowledge of various advanced level 3D effect art techniques • Strong classroom management, organization and discipline control skills • Profound ability to devise innovative learning and instructional techniques to facilitate effective transfer of skill and knowledge • Proficient in use of computer to aid art work, familiar with various graphic designing and drawing enhancement software