Although numerous studies exist that teaching artists can use to better their teaching (Saraniero, 2009; Upitis, 2006; Walker, 2001; Reeder, 2009; Hedberg et al, 2011), an approach is needed to address the complex issues that may arise in the transition from the studio to the classroom. This research relates how experts and professionals in different fields address pedagogical issues. My capstone project draws from research on teaching artists, my experiences as a photographer, and my knowledge as a helicopter instructor pilot to offer advice to artists who wish to teach. Specifically, I explore how Naval Flight Training uses professional pilots to teach students rules, regulations, systems, aerodynamics, and other subjects in a highly regimented curriculum. I use the aviation terms of pre-flight, flight, and post-flight as metaphors for teaching art to develop a guide for artists. In the guide, I provide three sample art modules to serve as an outline for new teaching artists when preparing for their first teaching experiences.

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