Learning about the unique layers of a rainforest, from the forest floor to the tops of the trees, is fascinating. This lesson focuses on the element of space with fun... Learn More

The Northern Lights, or aurora borealis, are magical. These waves of colorful light are commonly seen in the night sky above the Arctic Circle. This liquid tempera lesson celebrates their... Learn More

These adorable baby sea turtles have hatched from their eggs and are ready to make the long trip to the saltwater sea. In this lesson that has been inspired by... Learn More

Canadian artist Ted Harrison (1925-2015) had a unique ability to transform the Yukon landscape into bright swirls of vibrant color. This tundra landscape is inspired by Harrison and uses bright,... Learn More

This fun view of the different levels of a salt marsh is sure to pique the interest of your students. They will learn about creating the illusion of space by... Learn More

This painterly arctic landscape with it’s sweeping lake view will have your students ready to trek north. In this lesson students will have the opportunity to fully explode the double-loading... Learn More

Adobe, or sun-dried brick, structures are found in dry regions throughout the world. This style of architecture is especially popular in the desert climates of North America, like New Mexico,... Learn More

Bryce Canyon National Park in southwestern Utah offers breathtaking views. This Colorado Plateau landscape is considered high desert and is known for towering hoodoos, which are columns of weathered rock.... Learn More

This quick, minimal-supply lesson will have your students imaging they are camping deep in the forest. While focusing on lines and space, students will use white colored pencil and black... Learn More

Painting birch trees is a perennial favorite in many art rooms. The markings on their trunks create dynamic contrast with almost any background. In this painted landscape lesson, students will... Learn More

Peering through the thick trees to see a forest glade is like a breath of fresh air. Forest opening have a magical feel which is captured in this low-prep art... Learn More

Inspired by artist Grant Wood, these bright chalk pastel landscape can be created in just a few class sessions. After drawing the layers of hills that give the scene a... Learn More

In this lesson, students will draw a prairie dog with the facial expression of their choice. Then they will draw a grassland background that has both texture and a sense... Learn More

This fun lesson features fungi along with plenty of room for experimentation and personalization. Beginning with creating painted paper with a variety of techniques like scraping, splatter painting and underpainting... Learn More

Creating a tiny ice skater that can magnetically skate around on a pond makes this lesson seem magical. Students get to create a wintery frozen pond diorama with a sense... Learn More

In this quick and colorful silhouette lesson, students will experiment with expressive color and lines while also focusing on shape and balance. First, students will use a blend of colorful... Learn More

These whimsical landscapes are inspired by Ale RB, a Contemporary Mexican painter, known for her bright colors and playful style. In this lesson, students will focus on line and space... Learn More

This lesson features warm and cool colors, which create contrast within the abstracted, modern landscape. Adding a highlight with white chalk as the final step helps to add a bit... Learn More