Watercolor Seal Art Tutorial
Watch my Facebook Live Tutorial Here as I demonstrate how to teach this simple seal & seascape lesson for kids. This past summer I took advantage of having my niece, Tori, close by. We spent a...
View ArticleHow to Teach Value
HOW TO TEACH VALUE If you’re looking for an easy approach to teaching kids art, there’s no better system than using the elements and principles of art. This is the sixth tutorial in our Series...
View ArticleHow to Teach FORM without a Kiln
This is the ninth tutorial in our Series CONNECTING WITH THE ELEMENTS – How to teach the Elements & Principles of Art. This week we’re featuring FORM. I know what you’re thinking…what if I don’t...
View ArticleColorful Nutcracker Drawing
A simple folded paper technique aids in the effortless drawing of a festive holiday Nutcracker. Just about any aged child can accomplish this simple drawing. Depending on the interest and skill level,...
View ArticleFunky Cat Valentine’s Project
Do you teach multiple age groups in one sitting? This easy cat project is purr-fect (sorry, I just couldn’t help myself) for just about any grade level. Add a selection of seasonal paint colors like I...
View ArticlePainted Hearts Valentine’s Day Art Project
Are you getting ready to decorate your classroom for Valentine’s Day? These painted hearts are quick and easy to make for most grade levels, and they make a great addition to your classroom’s holiday...
View ArticleHow to Draw Big Rigs
Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site by Sherri Duskey Rinker and Tom Lichtenheld is becoming a classic for kids. The story highlights the jobs of construction vehicles on a work site and then...
View ArticleHow to Draw a Leprechaun
This colorful drawing of a leprechaun and his lucky hat is made easy with simple supplies and a handy drawing guide. Leprechuans are a type of fairy in Irish folklore and appear as little men with a...
View ArticleWatercolor Easter Eggs
Looking for a classroom-friendly alternative to painting eggs this Easter? This lesson teaches students four different watercolor techniques to create colorful patterns and designs that they can use to...
View ArticleMarine Life Collaborative Mural
I picked up The Big Book of the Blue by Yuval Zommer over a year ago because I knew that the illustrations would inspire an amazing lesson. This book is filled with collections of various sea animals...
View Article4 Watercolor Techniques Every Student Should Know
If you love watercolor as much as me, you might be looking for the best watercolor projects to teach your students. I’ve done hundreds over the years and my favorites always have one or more of the...
View ArticleHow to Make a Colorwheel Thanksgiving Turkey
I have to admit, the more color a project has the more I love it. And this Thanksgiving turkey? Well, let’s just say I could make them all. day. long. The best part of this project is that you can whip...
View ArticleHow to Make a Holiday Reindeer
Gather the kids and some colorful paper, chalk pastels and a bit of glitter to create this festive reindeer. I always said that some animals like elephants, zebras and giraffes are wonderful subjects...
View ArticleNutcracker Art Project
Nutcracker Art Lesson Most everyone has either read The Nutcracker and the Mouse King a story written in 1816 by German author E. T. A. Hoffmann, or seen the ballet by Tchaikovsky. I was fourteen when...
View ArticleCardinals in Winter Art Lesson
My second and third graders created this beautiful winter Cardinal art lesson, but it would be appropriate for fourth grade as well. It’s very easy considering how stunning it is. Download my handout...
View ArticleHow to Teach Proportion: Snowman Project for Kids
Proportion can not only be a mouthful to say for young students, but it can also be difficult to understand. This simple snowman drawing can be a great introduction to the concept for younger students,...
View ArticleSea Turtles Drawing & Painting Lesson
SEA TURTLES DRAWING & PAINTING LESSON This sea turtle drawing & painting art project was inspired by this Under-the-Sea Chalk Lesson. To keep the project manageable for first graders, I used...
View ArticleFunky Cat | Draw & Paint Along with Patty
This art project is part of the Art at Home | Draw & Paint Along series of Facebook Live video replays. This easy cat project is purr-fect (sorry, I just couldn’t help myself) for just about any...
View ArticleCreate a Paper Menorah Project
A menorah is used to celebrate Hanukah in the Jewish Community. There are 9 candles with the center one used to light 8 candles for each day of Hanukah. This project uses symmetry and a folded paper...
View ArticleLarge Scale Tropical Flowers & Leaves
Last summer, I hosted a workshop in Santa Barbara. The event center was rather bland and barren, so my team of fantastic 16-year olds painted large scale flowers and leaves to pair with our Science...
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