Sunflowers have been the subject matter of choice for many artists, including Austrian artist Gustav Klimt. In this lesson, students will use stamping, a basic form of printmaking, to create... Learn More
This lesson is part art history, part drawing and part printmaking. I introduced Art Nouveau to my second-grade students by showing them Gustav Klimt’s Tree of Life painting and identifying... Learn More
Austrian artist Gustav Klimt was known for his love of cats, and this lesson will have your students creating their own paper cat in Klimt’s much-loved style. Students will start... Learn More
This lesson is an easier adaptation of my sixth-grade Golden Era Women Inspired by Gustav Klimt lesson. By drawing a very simplified face (use the Portrait Pack for drawing options)... Learn More
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
Despite the detailed elegance of Gustav Klimt’s Tree of Life painting, this quick, calming art lesson can be completed in under an hour. You’ll need metallic paint for this project... 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
Candles are a part of many festivities. In this lesson, students will focus on both geometric and organic shape as well as pattern to make basic paper candles that can... Learn More
Vibrantly colored lanterns and banners are used to add a festive flare to parties and celebrations around the world. In this quick, minimal-supply lessons, students will focus on line, shape... Learn More
This fun and punchy lesson will have your students celebrating as they create a balloon letter out of paper fit to complete any party scene. Shadows and highlights are added... Learn More
Percussion is a key part of many cultural ceremonies and celebrations. Your students will love this lesson that has them making their very own patterned pellet drum that is one... 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 simple-material project is bursting with opportunities for your students to explore art-making techniques with watercolors and chalk pastels in a fun, festive lesson. Students will begin by using blending,... Learn More
Dancing is an important part of many cultures and used in many celebrations worldwide. Your students will be able to join the fun by creating a paper dancer that will... Learn More
Light is an important element of many celebrations around the world; whether it be twinkling lights on buildings, candles on a cake or bonfires. In this lesson, students will research... 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