Focus on form, texture and color with these fun flower bowls that have been inspired by the amazing glass work of contemporary artist Dale Chihuly. In this lesson, students will... Learn More
Artist Wayne Thiebaud’s iconic cake paintings are sure to spark your students’ interests. Watch as your art room becomes transformed into a bakery as students draw a cake that looks... Learn More
These glowing creatures that are based on Contemporary artist Jeff Koons’ sculptures are sure to keep your students engaged as they draw their own balloon animal and then give it... Learn More
Every year, I did a collaborative ceramic tile mural project with my sixth graders. One year, we created these beautiful abstract faces, based on the work of Contemporary artist Kimmy... Learn More
Inspired by the geometric mirror mosaics of Iranian artist Monir Shahroudy Farmanfarmaian, this metal embossing lesson has many layers of interest. Students will draw their own geometric design that has... Learn More
This interactive handprint project can be done collaboratively or individually. This lesson features one of the simplest forms of printmaking: a handprint. In just three steps, your students will create... Learn More
Your students will love exploring line with this lively seascape lesson that has been inspired by American landscape artist Winslow Homer. In this lesson, students will create textured rocks that... Learn More
Unleash your students’ creativity with this minimal-supply lesson that doubles as a quick introduction to printmaking. Students will focus on line and shape as they use found objects like LEGO... Learn More
Your students will love creating and naming their very own pocket-sized dragon in this lesson that has been inspired by the book 100 Mighty Dragons All Names Broccoli by David... Learn More
This multi-media creature garden is a great project for using up bits and pieces of materials that you have in your art room, like cardboard, toilet paper rolls, scrap paper,... Learn More
When I started thinking about including a Phoenix, I couldn’t help but remember an amazing 3D paper bird project that I saw in The Pop-Up Book by well-known origami and... Learn More
This lesson is a fun, three-dimensional take on the popular dragon eye drawing project. Featuring a colorful dragon eye peering through a cover of leaves, this project creates a perfect... Learn More
Your first graders will make a splash as they explore the world of food advertising by creating their very own branded cereal box and appetizing visual advertisement. Templates are included... Learn More
This lesson gives students an opportunity to think about product design as they create both the packaging and a three-dimensional sweet treat to display inside their custom box. Your students... 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 multimedia project gives students the chance to pair their own interests with an exploration in technology and design as they work to create their own personal magazine cover that... Learn More
There are round things all around us and after completing this lesson, your students will be determined to find even more. Inspired by the book Round by award-winning author Jennifer... Learn More
Who doesn’t love ramen? A steaming bowl of broth, noodles and a variety of toppings can look just as much like a piece of art as a cozy meal. In... Learn More