Notan art is a visually striking, culturally rich activity that introduces students to essential design principles like positive and negative space, contrast, and balance—all through an easy-to-learn, hands-on, meditative process. Whether your students are in middle school or high school, creating notan paper art isn’t …
2-d art unit
Back-to-School Personal Logo Symbolism Icebreaker
Kick Off the School Year with Creativity: Why the Personal Logo Symbolism Icebreaker is the Ultimate Back-to-School Art Activity The first week of school sets the tone for the entire year—and as art teachers, we’re always searching for that perfect activity that helps students feel …
Create a Magical Snowy Pine Tree! A Quick & Easy Art Lesson
Create a Beautiful Snowy Pine Tree – A Quick & Easy Art Lesson for Everyone! Are you looking to capture the magic of winter with a beautiful snowy oune tree? Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this Quick & Easy Snowy Pine Tree …
Student-Favorite Autumn Value Shading Lesson!
Transform Your Art Curriculum with This Student-Favorite Autumn Value Shading Drawing Lesson! As the crisp autumn air settles in, it’s the perfect time to enrich your 2-D drawing curriculum with an engaging and visually stunning art lesson. Today I am sharing my favorite top-selling Autumn …
Value Shading “Print & Go” Lesson Packet
Are you an art teacher searching for a dynamic way to instruct shading skills? Look no further! The “Print & Go” Value Shading Lesson Packet is here to save the day. This packet empowers students to create impressive shading effects on real-life objects, focusing on …
3 Reasons to Start the School Year with Optical Illusions!
When Planning Your Drawing Unit… Start with Optical Illusions! Optical Illusions will engage young artists and teens right from the start of the school year! The first couple of weeks of art class is a soup of emotions for your students. Some are excited to …
How to Teach Kids to Draw Using One Line!
Is it really possible to teach kids to draw using only one line?! Yes! Have you found yourself asking the question “How do I teach kids to draw”?! I can help! Try this One Continuous Line Drawing Art Challenge! Part of the challenge of teaching …







