Elementary art techniques

I did learned this technique from my co-worker Jayne, who taught it during summer school last year. I think drawing on tin foil is a unique experience for kids that can be done using a variety of themes! My third and fourth graders had a great time making these abstract drawings using Sharpie markers on tin foil. To prepare the surface, pull out a sheet of tin foil and carefully flatten it on to a piece of cardboard or matboard. … Read more... →

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Line printing is so simple and basic, but it’s amazing how captivating it can be! Kindergarteners were given cardboard and black paint, and had the freedom to create anything they wanted. T…

Art Education Painting Techniques

Playful Patterned Self-Portrait Kindergarten-Collage Self-Portrait Lesson #1 Art Challenge: Students will create a collage self-portrait using simple shapes on a patterned background they created. …

36 Elementary Art Lessons for Kids - one for every week of the school year! Perfect for homeschool families, teachers, scout leaders, and parents!

New on the blog, tips on creating middle school art curriculum. It's all about engagement, building confidence, and scaffolding techniques. Similar to elementary, I like to use the elements of art and principles of design as the backbone of my middle school curriculum.

In this Aquarium Perspective Lesson, Middle School students will dive right into learning about the principle of perspective while designing an aquarium.