Learn how to draw Notre Dame and you just may get a peek into the brilliant thinking that went into its design and construction. Notre Dame’s architecture is noted for its intricacies, but students can also learn to appreciate just … Read More
Learn how to draw a bridge with this easy step by step tutorial, and then turn it into a lovely shaded sunset. Good old crayons might be more versatile than you think! You can mix some mechanical drawing practice with … Read More
Learn how to draw Hello Kitty with this easy step by step tutorial. Dress her up and add a simple background for a very sweet drawing. MATERIALS Draw Hello Kitty (click to download a PDF) Drawing paper Black marker Crayons … Read More
Learn how to draw an abstract self portrait with this easy step by step tutorial. Lots of closed shapes will allow for some extra fun coloring. Do your students need more face drawing practice, but you dread the overthinking that … Read More
Learn how to draw a ship with this easy step by step tutorial. You can use it year round or save it for a special Mayflower project in the fall. MATERIALS Draw a Ship (click to download a PDF) Drawing … Read More
Learn how to draw Squirtle from Pokemon with this easy step by step tutorial. Who could resist his cute face? Squirtle is also known as the Tiny Turtle Pokémon. Turns out that during battle, he hides in his shell and sprays water … Read More
Learn how to draw Batman with this easy step by step tutorial. A few well placed curves on his arms and legs will make him look extra strong. Once students have learned how to draw bodies, with all their necessary … Read More
Here is an all time favorite back to school art projects. Students to draw themselves with a focus on the eyes, and list their latest goals for the upcoming school year. This self portrait project really does double duty as … Read More
Learn how to draw an elephant easy enough for even younger elementary students to try out. This one is guaranteed to fill the paper. Who says that animal drawings always have to show the entire body? Why not do a … Read More
Learn how to blend colors with this step by step tutorial and you can make a beautiful abstract drawing of a fall tree. A great lesson for analogous colors. Whether you are working in an art journal or not, this … Read More
Mix a little science and art and learn how to draw a bee. Don’t just label their body parts, students will remember more if they draw them from scratch. You could have your students fill in labels on boring worksheets, … Read More
Learn how to make an art journal for about $1, with this classroom tested system. All you need are book rings (25¢), drawing paper (75¢) and some recycled cardboard. There’s a reason why artists have collected their art in journals … Read More
Learn how to draw like Miro, a Spanish artist who loved to create art with childlike qualities. He ended up playing a big role in the Surrealism movement. Joan Miro’s work is filled with simple lines and organic shapes and … Read More
Learn how to draw a cartoon face with this easy step by step tutorial. It’s all about simplifying the features. Cartoon faces are sometimes a fun alternative to drawing realistic ones, mostly because they are so simple and easy to … Read More
Learn how to draw a cartoon face for beginners by trying this one with super easy features. It doesn’t take much to make a pretty silly looking face. Cartoon faces are sometimes a fun alternative to drawing realistic ones, mostly … Read More
Learn how to draw a dragon head with this easy step by step tutorial. The profile view lets you see him in all his spiky beauty. If drawing the entire body of some cool creature seems a little intimidating, or … Read More
Here’s how to draw a spiked dragon in a very graceful and twisted pose. MATERIALS Draw a Spiked Dragon (click to download a PDF) Drawing paper Black marker, permanent Crayons
Here’s how to draw a dragon that has a more simple body, but with a very distinctive tail. MATERIALS Sitting Dragon PDF Tutorial (click here to download) Drawing paper Black marker Crayons
Looking for projects for self portraits for kids? This one follows the basic proportions of the face, and leaves some space for a creative name. MATERIALS Half Portrait PDF Tutorial (see above) Drawing paper Pencil Black marker Crayons DIRECTIONS Related Posts … Read More
Learn how to draw Ron Weasley from the Harry Potter series with this easy step by step tutorial. As Harry’s best friend, they shared many adventures, to say the least. A collection of Harry Potter tutorials needs to include his … Read More