@InnovativeAcademic.com
@innovativeacademic.com
I am an Artist and Educator in Ontario dedicated to forcing my students out of their comfort zones so they may gain insights onto themselves and the world around them. Creativity = Capital. See http://InnovativeAcademic.com and http://HardcorePainting.com
My Mennonite class of Aspire program students are creating a Christmas parade float, and I am proud of them. Come see the final result on Nov. 22 at 2 pm. in Aylmer, Ontario!
November 8, 2025 at 12:20 PM
My Mennonite class of Aspire program students are creating a Christmas parade float, and I am proud of them. Come see the final result on Nov. 22 at 2 pm. in Aylmer, Ontario!
Scenes from Forge and Fabrics!
November 5, 2025 at 12:34 AM
Scenes from Forge and Fabrics!
Closing remarks at the "On Guard for Thee" mural unveiling. I'm proud of these kids!
July 3, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Closing remarks at the "On Guard for Thee" mural unveiling. I'm proud of these kids!
Thanks to everyone who attended the "On Guard for Thee" student mural unveiling! It was a well attended event! If you missed it, please stop by the Elgin Innovation Centre this summer to see it for yourself before it goes to the Provincial Capitol Toronto and to the Parliament of Canada in Ottawa!
July 3, 2025 at 10:11 PM
Thanks to everyone who attended the "On Guard for Thee" student mural unveiling! It was a well attended event! If you missed it, please stop by the Elgin Innovation Centre this summer to see it for yourself before it goes to the Provincial Capitol Toronto and to the Parliament of Canada in Ottawa!
Installation of "On Guard for Thee" went perfectly! 32, high school students each made a 40"x28", Canadian flag themed self-portrait. When hung together, they create a 16'x20' mural that resembles a huge Canadian flag! Canada's cultural mosaic is proudly on display by these small town kids!
July 3, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Installation of "On Guard for Thee" went perfectly! 32, high school students each made a 40"x28", Canadian flag themed self-portrait. When hung together, they create a 16'x20' mural that resembles a huge Canadian flag! Canada's cultural mosaic is proudly on display by these small town kids!
And mentioned on the floor of Parliament in Ottawa!
June 24, 2025 at 5:24 AM
And mentioned on the floor of Parliament in Ottawa!
My students were interviewed by the CBC!
June 24, 2025 at 5:22 AM
My students were interviewed by the CBC!
Mentioned on the floor of Parliament in Ottawa!
June 24, 2025 at 5:21 AM
Mentioned on the floor of Parliament in Ottawa!
And mentioned on the floor of Parliament in Ottawa!
June 24, 2025 at 5:18 AM
And mentioned on the floor of Parliament in Ottawa!
And mentioned on the floor of Parliament in Ottawa.
June 24, 2025 at 5:16 AM
And mentioned on the floor of Parliament in Ottawa.
Proud of my students! "On Guard for Thee" is set to be unveiled next week! The Royal Canadian Legion supported this patriotic project with a donation! When assembled, these 30 self-portraits will resemble a Canadian flag. Respect, Unity and Pride is the main theme of this cultural mosaic.
June 18, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Proud of my students! "On Guard for Thee" is set to be unveiled next week! The Royal Canadian Legion supported this patriotic project with a donation! When assembled, these 30 self-portraits will resemble a Canadian flag. Respect, Unity and Pride is the main theme of this cultural mosaic.
Meet Robyn Michaud, mother, author, "Jingle Dancer," and full-time professor of Indigenous Studies at Conestoga College. Robyn will be giving a Jingle Dancing demonstration and inspirational presentation at the Nayshkihmwin: Sustained Voices exhibition at the Periscope Theater in Port Burwell.
May 6, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Meet Robyn Michaud, mother, author, "Jingle Dancer," and full-time professor of Indigenous Studies at Conestoga College. Robyn will be giving a Jingle Dancing demonstration and inspirational presentation at the Nayshkihmwin: Sustained Voices exhibition at the Periscope Theater in Port Burwell.
Meet Mike Cywink, another artist in the Nayshkihmwin: Sustained Voices exhibition at the Periscope Theater in Port Burwell. Meet the artists in person at the opening reception on June 1st, at 4:30pm! Mark your calendars and join us for this celebration! DO NOT MISS THIS SHOW! Periscope Playhouse
May 6, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Meet Mike Cywink, another artist in the Nayshkihmwin: Sustained Voices exhibition at the Periscope Theater in Port Burwell. Meet the artists in person at the opening reception on June 1st, at 4:30pm! Mark your calendars and join us for this celebration! DO NOT MISS THIS SHOW! Periscope Playhouse
Meet Michael Barber, one of the artists in the Nayshkihmwin: Sustained Voices exhibition at the Periscope Theater in Port Burwell. Meet the artists in person at the opening reception on June 1st, at 4:30pm! Mark your calendars and join us for this celebration! Periscope Playhouse
May 6, 2025 at 9:24 PM
Meet Michael Barber, one of the artists in the Nayshkihmwin: Sustained Voices exhibition at the Periscope Theater in Port Burwell. Meet the artists in person at the opening reception on June 1st, at 4:30pm! Mark your calendars and join us for this celebration! Periscope Playhouse
Meet David White, another artist in the Nayshkihmwin: Sustained Voices exhibition at the Periscope Theater in Port Burwell. Meet the artists in person at the opening reception on June 1st, at 4:30pm! Mark your calendars and join us for this celebration! DO NOT MISS THIS SHOW!
May 6, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Meet David White, another artist in the Nayshkihmwin: Sustained Voices exhibition at the Periscope Theater in Port Burwell. Meet the artists in person at the opening reception on June 1st, at 4:30pm! Mark your calendars and join us for this celebration! DO NOT MISS THIS SHOW!
Meet Scott White, an Indigenous artist from Aylmer, ON, who is participating in the Nayshkihmwin: Sustained Voices exhibition at the Periscope Theater in Port Burwell. Meet the artists in person at the opening reception on June 1st, at 4:30pm! Mark your calendars and join us at this celebration!
May 6, 2025 at 9:22 PM
Meet Scott White, an Indigenous artist from Aylmer, ON, who is participating in the Nayshkihmwin: Sustained Voices exhibition at the Periscope Theater in Port Burwell. Meet the artists in person at the opening reception on June 1st, at 4:30pm! Mark your calendars and join us at this celebration!
Meet Eric G. Martin, one of the artists participating in the Nayshkihmwin: Sustained Voices exhibition at the Periscope Theater in Port Burwell. Meet the artists in person at the opening reception on June 1st, at 4:30pm! Don't miss it!
May 6, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Meet Eric G. Martin, one of the artists participating in the Nayshkihmwin: Sustained Voices exhibition at the Periscope Theater in Port Burwell. Meet the artists in person at the opening reception on June 1st, at 4:30pm! Don't miss it!
Meet Shayde Sandy. One of the artists participating in the Nayshkihmwin: Sustained Voices exhibition at the Periscope Theater in Port Burwell. Meet the artists in person at the opening reception on June 1st, at 4:30pm!
April 28, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Meet Shayde Sandy. One of the artists participating in the Nayshkihmwin: Sustained Voices exhibition at the Periscope Theater in Port Burwell. Meet the artists in person at the opening reception on June 1st, at 4:30pm!
I am proud and excited to have organized "Nayshkihmwin: Sustained Voices", an Indigenous art exhibition at the Periscope Theater in Port Burwell, Ontario!. Meet the artists in person at the opening reception on June 1st, at 4:30pm!
April 28, 2025 at 12:21 AM
I am proud and excited to have organized "Nayshkihmwin: Sustained Voices", an Indigenous art exhibition at the Periscope Theater in Port Burwell, Ontario!. Meet the artists in person at the opening reception on June 1st, at 4:30pm!
My students engage in meaningful cultural exchange with a school in China. We delivered presentations about our countries, communities, and schools. As our students develop into tomorrow's leaders, experiences like these can foster understanding and contribute to a more peaceful global community.
April 14, 2025 at 2:26 AM
My students engage in meaningful cultural exchange with a school in China. We delivered presentations about our countries, communities, and schools. As our students develop into tomorrow's leaders, experiences like these can foster understanding and contribute to a more peaceful global community.
Some good press coverage today of my 9th grade students' new Science-themed mural. Proud of these kids!
January 30, 2025 at 1:49 AM
Some good press coverage today of my 9th grade students' new Science-themed mural. Proud of these kids!
SCIENCE! I'm proud of my 9th grade Art students! We created a science-themed mural with integrated QR codes that turn this image into an interactive educational resource. Viewers can scan the codes to learn more about imagery. Art is indeed a universal language that can communicate complex ideas.
January 19, 2025 at 3:02 PM
SCIENCE! I'm proud of my 9th grade Art students! We created a science-themed mural with integrated QR codes that turn this image into an interactive educational resource. Viewers can scan the codes to learn more about imagery. Art is indeed a universal language that can communicate complex ideas.
The Path, 16" × 24", carved wood.
January 5, 2025 at 9:06 PM
The Path, 16" × 24", carved wood.