Introduce your students to Austrian artist Gustav Klimt with this minimal-supply lesson that was inspired by the influence of Egyptian art on Klimt and one of the many birds in... Learn More
Sometimes inspiration comes in many forms. I was perusing one of the many art supplies catalogs that happen upon my desk and I saw metallic paint for sale. Gold, bronze,... Learn More
Have students capture their likeness with this quick self-portrait lesson that has been inspired by the art of Austrian artist Gustav Klimt. In this lesson, students will focus on line,... Learn More
Sparklers are often used to add fun and excitement to any occasion from large celebrations to smaller family gatherings. Bring some of the light and joy into your classroom with... Learn More
This still life inspired by French painter Paul Cézanne is easily created by kindergarteners with the use of a paper plate or round template and pre-mixed colors. In this lesson,... Learn More
Moat of Cézanne’s still life paintings feature apples, pears and oranges, and a few feature flower arrangements. Inspired by his painting, Tulips in a Vase from 1892, this lesson will... Learn More
This single-class, simple-material lesson that has been inspired by Maya Tatsukawa’s picture book Sunday Pancakes still packs a delicious punch and will have your third graders ready for a stack... Learn More
Throw your hands in the air to celebrate the changing seasons in this quick, minimal-supply lesson that has been inspired by the book It’s Fall! by Renée Kurilla. In this... Learn More
In this quick, minimal-supply lesson, students will focus on line, shape and contrast as they create their own chalk pastel dancer that has been inspired by French Impressionist artist Edgar... Learn More
Monet’s water lily paintings are ethereal and serene. In this lesson, students will be using watercolor techniques to capture Monet’s magical colors. Making a batch of glitter paper or having... Learn More
Introduce your students to one of the most prominent Mexican artists of the twentieth century with this self-portrait lesson that has been inspired by the Portrait of Ignacio Sanchez by... Learn More
This mixed-media flower vendor drawing teaches students how to transfer an oil pastel drawing to create a symmetrical design. This is a useful skill that feels like magic to students!... Learn More
Encourage students to embrace their true colors with this low-prep, minimal supply project based on the cute canine characters in Rob Biddulph’s heartwarming picture book Odd Dog Out. Students will... Learn More
Modern artist Yayoi Kusama is a fabulous artist for young students to learn about because her artwork is approachable and whimsical. Your students will love creating a unique, polka-dotted cat... Learn More
Inspired by artist Chuck Close, these moonlit moths start with a simple folded grid and lovely painted paper shapes. Students will then draw the body, head, wings, and antennae of... Learn More
Inspired by George Rodrigue’s iconic Blue Dog series, this project is sure to excite your students as they re-create this quirky canine. Using chalk pastels means that the colors will... Learn More
This lesson, based on the gentle giants of the sea, manatees, is packed with opportunities for your students to explore texture with watercolor paint. Follow the included drawing guide to... Learn More
Rhinoceroses are amazing creatures. Populations of all five species have been on the decline, but as of right now, three are critically endangered. In the lesson, students will learn about... Learn More