Hi!
I’m Izzi.
I’m an artist, educator, and creative coach who believes that teaching art is one of the most powerful (and underestimated) jobs out there.
I created Artfully Educate to support other creative educators like you—teachers who want to lead with intention, design meaningful learning experiences, and still have energy left at the end of the day.
With a background in design and years of experience in the classroom, I understand what it takes to balance creativity with structure, manage expectations from every direction, and still create space for joy. I’ve coached teachers through curriculum planning, classroom reboots, mindset shifts, and total rediscovery of their teaching identity.
Whether you’re looking for clarity, strategy, or just someone to remind you that you’re not alone—I'm here for that.
“Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.”
— Edgar Degas
My Journey
I didn’t always know I’d become a teacher. I started as a designer and artist, drawn to visual storytelling and creative problem-solving. But the more I explored my own art, the more I became interested in how creativity connects us—to ourselves, to one another, and to something bigger.
That curiosity eventually led me into education, where I discovered just how powerful art could be—not just as a subject, but as a tool for resilience, healing, critical thinking, and joy.
Over time, I found myself coaching colleagues, leading cross-disciplinary projects, and supporting other teachers who felt overwhelmed, burnt out, or unsure how to bring their values into the classroom. I realized I wasn’t just teaching art—I was helping educators find their rhythm, build systems that work, and reclaim joy in their work again.
That’s why I created Artfully Educate. It’s not just about better lesson plans (though we’ll do that, too). It’s about becoming the kind of teacher you were always meant to be—creative, confident, and connected to your purpose.
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