Liquid Tempera Paint is my favorite medium to use when painting a still life as the process is quick and the kids can create their own colors very easily. The... Learn More
This landscape project requires less time than some other Van Gogh lessons because it uses a very quick art technique: oil pastel resist. The idea is to draw strong lines... Learn More
This lesson, inspired by the Vincent van Gogh’s famous Starry Night painting, combines oil pastel, the double-loading technique and a bit of painted paper to create a stunning rendition of... Learn More
By the time I was in seventh grade, I abandoned the frontal portrait view in favor of a ¾ view. I loved how drawing portraits from a ¾ view perspective... Learn More
This is a very interesting project. Students focus on space while using chalk pastels dipped in white liquid tempera paint to create a textured landscape. The purpose is almost entirely... Learn More
Inspired by Vincent van Gogh’s iconic paintings of irises, this lesson gives students an opportunity to explore the concept of space in a drawing. Students will also explore the double-loading... Learn More
This lesson gives older students an opportunity to explore painting techniques with acrylic paints, which can be an elevated painting experience for students. Based on Vincent van Gogh’s still lifes,... Learn More
Encourage students to practice looking at and talking about art with this lesson that features a 2D representation of an abstract sculpture that has been inspired by the illustrations in... Learn More
A frame elevates any art piece, even a humble sticky note! This lesson will have your young artists turning recycled cardboard and a sticky note into a masterpiece ready for... Learn More
Capture a close-up of a gallery display in this lesson that features a 2D representation of 3D art. To get started, students will focus on shape and balance as they... Learn More
People in art museums stand, move and even sit to get a good view. In this lesson featuring a scene inspired by the illustrations in My Museum by Joanne Liu,... Learn More
Students will become art curators for their own miniature gallery in this quick 3D lesson. After creating pop-up pedestals, students will dive into choosing and creating the artwork for their... Learn More
This lesson was inspired by the famous painting Mona Lisa and specifically the phenomenon of her eyes appearing to follow viewers around a room, no matter where they are standing.... Learn More
Cubism is a great art movement to discuss as most cubist pieces are hard to identify. This is great for kids as they really need to look closely at a... Learn More
Everyone is looking for a quick and easy art lesson that children can complete in under 45 minutes. This oil pastel and watercolor painting fits the bill. Use a small... Learn More
Weaving is always an engaging activity for students. Once they get the hang of it, they won’t want to stop. Inspired by Pablo Picasso’s iconic rose and blue periods, students... Learn More
This lesson is a fun substitute for regular cubist portraits. Instead of drawing the facial features, neck and body the drawing process is broken up into two steps. First, students... Learn More
This lesson is great for free choice time, sub plans and days when you want an easy prep lesson. The supplies are simple: card stock and markers, and students will... Learn More