An old favorite, super simple using watercolour paper, wool and ribbons, you could use any art materials to decorate clouds, we used up some paper from paint spray paint! 💖❤💛💚💙💜💗we used acrylic pai…
Super fun project for your Pre-k, Kindergarteners, and even 1st Graders. Your students will have so much fun mixing colors, whether they are just learning about color, or revisiting color mixing. This project is very versatile and can be created using a variety of mediums such as watercolor paint, t...
In this blog post, I will show you how to paint this dramatic seascape in five easy stages in this step-by-step demonstration
A blog about how a failed painting made me rethink the theories of composition in my painting of Donegal, Ireland.
How to source and download free vintage artwork from the public domain! Designer tips and tricks to source, print, and frame vintage art.
Do you need an easy art project to get you through the day? Try painting with Q-tips! This Q-tip painting activity is a fun way to paint with kids using something other than a paint
Learn everything you need to know about how to thin acrylic paint for acrylic pouring, plus handy reference tables to find all the materials you need!
In 2008, I developed a self-portrait art lesson to help students express both their inner and outer selves, combining drawing, collage, and typography. I recently updated the project to include techniques like mixing skin tones, understanding facial proportions, and depicting diverse hair textures. This refreshed lesson not only enhances students' artistic skills but also encourages self-expression and identity exploration; find the full lesson plan on my website or TpT store.
Have you ever been caught off-guard by a visual tangent in your art? When creating a composition there are so many different things to juggle that it's easy to miss even the obvious flaws - and that’s when tangents sneak in.
Watercolor Painting Practice : Basic Landscape Elements Hi everyone! After practicing just “landscapes” in general - going from simple black and white value studies to color - I thought that it would be helpful to tackle individual elements. If you haven’t, please check out my very first “study
In this tutorial I'm going to show you the easy way to paint white fur! White fur can be tricky to paint but when you break it down into steps it becomes much less daunting.The video below shows you the process that I use to paint white fur and I explain each step to make
Learn 2 easy ways to transfer your drawing to canvas for a painting- with and without transfer / carbon paper. Your paintings will thank you!
Can you ever think of art without bringing in color and lights in one form or the other? Maybe you can but most people find that colors are an integral part
Washing painted denim can be scary after you have spent hours perfecting your masterpiece. There are 3 ways that I recommend washing denim in order to protect your painting and keep it looking perfect!
Learn how to prepare rocks and stones for painting. Yes, there is a step from buying rocks to paint and actually painting them. Check out these 4 easy tips.
Looking for some fun and unique art activities for your little one? Try our Van Gogh Art Project for preschoolers that will teach your child how to paint a gorgeous painting project like famous artist Vincent Van Gogh.
Easy Matisse Art Project for Kids - A Henri Matisse art idea for kids of all ages with inspiration shape templates to inspire, draw or cut out.
Even if you're a seasoned diamond painter, we've got 7 incredible tips, tricks, and secrets you've probably never heard of!
Ready, set, POSE! I use my iPhone to take photos of my students. I usually do this on a day during which they are intently engaged with another lesson, and pull one or two students at a time into t…
Citrus printing process art is an easy printmaking technique where art prints are made by stamping oranges, lemons, limes, grapefruits, etc.
Of all the art and science projects that I have done, lemon and watercolor science has been my #1 fave for YEARS! Let's get started.
Paint Van Gogh's Starry Night using forks! Learn about creating movement and texture in painting like Van Gogh with this fun and engaging art project that will have your kids wanting to paint with forks over and over again! A great process art project.
"The Golden Countryside"- Fine Art PrintMy original gouache painting printed on the highest quality fine art paper-Professional pure cellulose watercolor paper-Resembles the look of an original painting due to the texture of the paper-Shipped in a protective sleeve inside of a slim box to ensure the quality of the pieceDue to the handcrafted nature of this piece, there may be slight imperfections. Colors may vary to each monitor screen. Image cropping may vary depending on dimensions. *Frame not included*
I LOVE these flowers!!! I also think this may be my new favorite art lesson to teach! 2nd Graders did such a fabulous job creating them– SO proud of their work!! Step-by-step directions with…
I have been wanting to try this for YEARS, ever since I saw it on Make It … a Wonderful Life. I don’t exactly know why it is that I haven’t made any yet — but now is my cha…
Make the kids scream with this spooky self-portrait inspired by Edvard Munch’s ‘The Scream’. This Halloween art project The Scream Painting for kids i
