Diane B. Jaquith

About the Author

Diane B. Jaquith is a dedicated art educator and author with over two decades of experience inspiring young minds in visual arts. Holding a master's degree in art education from the Rhode Island School of Design, she has taught in public schools and led professional development workshops across the United States. Jaquith's passion for fostering creativity in elementary and middle school students shines through her practical approach to curriculum design, emphasizing process-oriented learning and student-centered studios. Her seminal work, Studio Thinking from the Start: The K–8 Art Educator’s Handbook, equips teachers with innovative strategies to build confident, reflective artists from kindergarten through eighth grade. Beyond the classroom, she advocates for arts integration in core education, contributing articles to journals and speaking at national conferences on equitable art access.