Students focus on color and texture as they color a small piece of sandpaper either in a specific color scheme or the colors of their choice with chalk pastel. Dipping... Learn More
Learn how to mix and move wet paint fluidly while using the wet-on-wet technique in this magical pumpkin lesson. Pipettes of liquid watercolor are used to add vibrant color, with... Learn More
In this lesson inspired by the contemporary artist Deborah Roberts, students mix their own skin tone color before painting a paper plate to transform into their very own self-portrait. Shape... Learn More
Mimic the look of stitched, patchwork while using simple materials in this birdhouse lesson that is full of charm. The marker painting technique takes center stage in this lesson, as... Learn More
In this lesson, students prepare their own scratch art paper by coloring a 3” x 5” index card with oil pastels and then painting over it with a quick coat... Learn More
Capture the harvest spirit with this simple-material sunflower lesson that looks like it’s painted, but actually uses only dry media.... Learn More
Create a harvest-themed icon in this simple-material lesson that features a marker-painted version of a traditional embroidery hoop. Choose from a wide variety of options on the included handout or... Learn More
Jump right into making art while building community with this name project that has been inspired by the art of contemporary American artist Jeffrey Gibson. In this minimal-material lesson, students... Learn More
Create a unique textile-inspired quilt square with this lesson in which students create patterned, dotted paper that mimics the look of pointillism but uses only dot markers. The paper is... Learn More
Create a garden of colorful faux-embroidered patches with this lesson that celebrates all things harvest and garden. Using only simple, dry materials, students are able to create an oversized patch... Learn More
Build classroom community with this paper collage project that has been inspired by the artwork of contemporary artist Jeffrey Gibson. In this lesson, students focus on shape, space and contrast... Learn More
In this low-prep, minimal-supply lesson that has been loosely inspired by the art of Joseph Cornell, students create a visual representation of their own box filled with objects that become... Learn More
This single-material project featuring a basket overflowing with seasonal produce from a farmers market is perfect for celebrating the harvest season. Create custom colors and add highlights and shadows to... Learn More
In this low-prep, minimal-supply lesson, students focus on form, shape and space as they create a miniature version of their own bedroom out of an index card. Folding techniques help... Learn More
In this lesson, younger students focus on shape and color, mixing their choice of primary colors to achieve a secondary color and using stamping to create their own color field... Learn More
In this lesson, students draw a basic landscape with three types of lines and then use the double-loading painting technique with liquid tempera to fill the landforms with color. Stamped... Learn More
In this lesson, students focus on shape and texture as they draw a simple landscape featuring Mount Fuji and then use a variety of engaging painting techniques to add color.... Learn More
In this lesson, students will use a variety of lines and shapes to create a twisting, turning house, straight out of a dream. Liquid or pan watercolor is used to... Learn More