Working with a solid color, marker transfer or bleeding tissue paper are all options in this quick lesson that has been inspired by Linda Liu’s book Hidden Gem and works... Learn More
These bright and lively collages inspired by artist Rex Ray create a perfect opportunity to practice creating organic shapes and experimenting with composition. Painted paper and tissue paper are used... Learn More
Keith Haring’s bright and boisterous action figures are always a hit with students. This lesson offers students a chance to explore a variety of movements to create their own dancing... Learn More
Damien Hirst’s art installation housing a real tiger shark is one of the more interesting and unique pieces of contemporary art. In order to create their realistic shark for this... Learn More
Inspired by contemporary portrait artist Jordan Casteel, these close up eye portraits are created with simple supplies but have a powerful presence. Students will draw one eye from observation using... Learn More
Students will learn about endangered and vulnerable ocean animals in this lesson. They will also have an opportunity to learn how to draw with foreshortening, which is usually a tricky... Learn More
Your students will love this quick and easy lesson that packs plenty of room for exploration with a quick introduction to basic printmaking. Students will begin by focusing on color... Learn More
Pull out your paper scrap bin for this low-prep paper mosaic project that will have your students flexing their creative muscles as they piece together magnificent mosaic monsters. To get... Learn More
Your students will love this quick lesson that incorporates technology with a quick introduction to logo design. Students will need a device with internet capabilities, an email account and a... Learn More
This lesson, inspired by the children’s book Tiger in the Garden by Lizzy Stewart, is an exploration into watercolor techniques for fifth graders and includes a video accompaniment that you... Learn More
Birds are some of the most fascinating creatures of the animal kingdom. Not only do some have stunning colors, but they also have unique patterns can sing complex songs. Students... Learn More
Working with papier-mâché (paper mache) is a classic art experience and in this lesson, students will be blending it with a bit of zoology as create a sculpture of an... Learn More
Inspired by beautiful landscapes made from colored glass pieces held together with lead strips, this stained glass landscape lesson requires only black sulphite paper, white liquid glue and chalk pastels.... Learn More
This quick, collaborative art project requires only a few materials but offers ample room for creativity. Inspired by the book Most Marshmallows by Rowboat Watkins, this lesson transforms an ordinary... Learn More
This quick collaborative project inspired by the book Everybody in the Red Brick Building by Anne Wynter and Oge Mora can be scaled up or down depending on your unique... Learn More
Making installations of multiples is a great, easy way to build up a collaborative display without a lot of time or fancy materials. Choose the shape of your choice from... Learn More
In this collaborative project, students will work together in small groups to create a paper diorama inspired by the work of contemporary artist Sandy Skoglund. With only colored paper, black... Learn More
Start saving up those whipping cream and half and half cartons from the holidays, and milk cartons from the cafeteria for this collaborative art project that will have students painting... Learn More