Monet loved painting outside (plein air) and was fascinated by how light affects color. Although famous for his series of paintings of haystacks and lily pads, Monet painted many winter... Learn More
Students will love creating this beautiful layered mixed media still life using painted paper, Model Magic, oil pastels and tempera paint. First, they will create a vibrant background with value,... Learn More
This quick, minimal-supply lesson that has been inspired by the building blocks in Thomas Eakin’s Baby at Play painting will have your students creating their own still life featuring a... Learn More
This lovely flower bouquet painting inspired by the still lifes of Édouard Manet uses just a few supplies and can be accomplished in only a couple of sessions. We’ve made... Learn More
Artists have turned to commonplace objects like fruit for still life subject matter again and again. Artist Maya Kopitseva, who inspired this project, frequently used fruit and vegetables in her... Learn More
Encourage students to embrace their true colors with this low-prep, minimal supply project based on the cute canine characters in Rob Biddulph’s heartwarming picture book Odd Dog Out. Students will... Learn More
This lesson is quick and low-prep, with a get-to-know-you aspect as well, making it perfect for the beginning of the year. Students will write a large letter that matches the... Learn More
This lesson gives students a chance to focus inward and think about aspects of themselves they exhibit now on the trunk of the tree and what they would like for... Learn More
Highlighting artist Wayne Theibaud’s artwork is an easy sell for your students because he loved painting sweets. This project is based on Thiebaud’s artworks that feature lollipops. Students will create... Learn More
Modern artist Yayoi Kusama is a fabulous artist for young students to learn about because her artwork is approachable and whimsical. Your students will love creating a unique, polka-dotted cat... Learn More
Inspired by artist Chuck Close, these moonlit moths start with a simple folded grid and lovely painted paper shapes. Students will then draw the body, head, wings, and antennae of... Learn More
This lesson is sure to make a splash with your kindergarteners! Inspired by British artist David Hockney, this lesson explores one of life’s greatest pleasures: a big jump into a... Learn More
Your students are going to love this mixed media lesson starring a bright, colorful gumball machine. What child hasn’t begged for a coin to pop into one of these machines,... Learn More
This lesson is an exploration into the colorful world of contemporary textile artist Bisa Butler. Student will learn to draw a self-portrait with correct proportions and then use fun, expressive... Learn More
This lesson is a wonderful addition to your collection of lessons featuring children’s book illustrators. Based on his book Beautiful Blackbird, this lesson has students learning about the wonderful world... Learn More
Add life and excitement to a typical cityscape drawing with this minimal-supply lesson that has been inspired by the large, brightly colored inflatable installations of English artist Filthy Luker. In... Learn More
Inspired by George Rodrigue’s iconic Blue Dog series, this project is sure to excite your students as they re-create this quirky canine. Using chalk pastels means that the colors will... Learn More
Pulled string art is such a fun experience for students, which is why they will love this lesson that combines a quick intro to perspective with an element of play.... Learn More