Theresa Daniels

Daniels’ innovative teaching idea, “Digital Art in STEAM,” will help students understand how to use STEAM-related (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) technologies to create art. With the Voya grant, the program will purchase Procreate, a powerful software designed for sketching, illustrating and prototyping artwork, available to students. Compatible with tablets and computers, the software gives the students a feeling of real-world drawing and provides them with an opportunity to express themselves through their work. Working digitally means mistakes are never permanent, giving students the confidence to experiment. Daniels believes this freedom to experiment will empower the next generation of artists to find their voice, express their ideas and tell stories unique to them and their life experiences.