Discovering Street Art-Graffiti Name Designs: A Hassle-Free Typography Art Lesson for Middle and High School Students
I’ve got something super cool to share with you today—an art lesson that’ll have your middle and high school students buzzing with creativity! It’s all about graffiti lettering—the hip and edgy urban art that’s sure to ignite their artistic genius.
Plus, the best part is that it’s a breeze to teach with step-by-step instructions and handy handouts. Time to bring out your inner street artist and unleash some wickedly cool creativity in your students! Picture their graffiti name designs blasting off the page with vibrant blended colors and bold font styles that’ll make your students say, ‘Whoa, this is awesome!’
Easy to Teach:
You’ll love how this lesson comes together like magic. With step-by-step instructions and ready-made handouts, you can smoothly guide your students through the graffiti lettering process. No fuss, no stress!
Engaging Content:
Graffiti lettering is where it’s at! 
The edgy and contemporary style will captivate your students and get their creative juices flowing. Trust me; they’ll be totally into it!
Student-Tested:
I’ve put this lesson to the test, and guess what? It’s a hit! My 8th-grade students give it a thumbs-up. One of my school’s ELA teachers used this lesson with her classes when they read the book “The Outsiders” They also enjoyed creating these graffiti name designs! So, you can bet your students will love it too!
Applicable Across Grades:
Got mixed-grade classes? No worries! This lesson is designed for grades 6 to 12, making it perfect for all skill levels. Easy peasy!
Support for Learning Styles:
Every student is unique, right? This lesson’s got you covered with visuals, handouts, and clear instructions, catering to all learning styles. 
Nobody gets left behind!
Aligned with Art Standards:
This graffiti Name Design lesson aligns with National CORE Visual Arts Standards. So, you’re not just having fun; you’re meeting educational goals too!
Creating: Students design unique font styles expressing their artistic individuality.
Presenting: They showcase their graffiti art and communicate visually.
Responding: Critical thinking activities such as ” Is Graffiti Art or Vandalism?” foster art appreciation and analysis.
Connecting: Students relate their work to urban culture and artistic history.
Online Teaching Ready:
I created this lesson during Covid…yes, that first Spring when most teachers were freaking out…me included! :o) The step-by-step instructions were easy for students to follow at home! They loved it and had success creating amazing name designs! 
Additionally, this lesson is adaptable to online teaching, so your students can keep exploring art, no matter where they are.
Promotes Creativity:
Unleash their artistic spirits! Your students will design their graffiti font styles, expressing themselves in their own unique and authentic way. Brace yourself for some amazing artwork!
These Graffiti Name Designs Develop Artistic Skills:
This lesson goes beyond just having fun; it packs a punch with incredible art concepts and skills that your students will absolutely love!
- Typography and Lettering Styles: They’ll learn various graffiti font styles, from bold block letters to whimsical bubble letters and 3-D letters with drop shadows. So many options to choose from!
- Analogous Color Blending: Blending analogous colors with colored pencils creates satisfying and harmonious effects. Their graffiti lettering will be bursting with vibrant colors!
- Shading Techniques: They’ll master shading metallic lettering, adding depth and making their letters look oh-so-reflective. Prepare to be impressed by their shiny artwork!
- Design Process: Guided through creating their graffiti font style or “tag,” your students will explore different font styles and develop their unique designs. It’s time for them to showcase their artistic individuality!
- Artistic Expression: This lesson encourages your students to express themselves artistically and showcase their creativity through graffiti lettering. Their personalities will shine through their artistic creations!
- Get ready to see your students’ talents blossom!
Time-saver alert! You can reuse the provided ha
Reusable Resources:
Time-saver alert! You can reuse the provided handouts and lettering font materials for future lessons or other name-design art projects. Efficiency at its finest!
So, let’s transform art class into an unforgettable street art jam!
You can find your copy of this cool Graffiti Name Design Lesson HERE!
Hey, Peeps! If you enjoyed this post, you might also be interested in this resource to make actual Name tags!
Great for labeling desks to get to know new students’ names, art binders, and art shelves at the start of the school year!
