A New Semester has Begun!!

I have started my new semester and have one thing to say....!  Buy as much of your art supplies (solvents,rags, buckets, flashlights, etc.) from a hardware store and not from an art store.  One gallon of odorless mineral spirits from an art store cost over $30.00 at ACE Hardware $13.00 and that's including tax!  This semester for two art classes it has already cost me $700.00 and that's not even all the supplies.  We also have to provide a flash light because the lighting is so poor in the classrooms.  WE have to create our own spot lights for casting shadow.  Definitely shop around and look at places you wouldn't think of before just heading to the art store.  It will save you a decent penny!