Mix the amazing pigment of Sharpies on a stretched canvas for a Valentine art project that is as rich, and colorful (and inexpensive!) as can be. This one involves mounting the drawings on to a stretched canvas. Change the size … Read More
A DIY Valentine Card doesn’t have to be fancy, or ornate, or require a graphic design degree. It can just be some very carefully drawn lines. This Valentine card could very easily double as a Line art project, as Lines … Read More
Learn how to draw a seahorse, with this easy step by step tutorial. The body parts get easier when you focus on one at a time. MATERIALS Draw a Seahorse PDF Tutorial Drawing paper* Black marker* Crayons* *The above product … Read More
Learn how to draw a teddy bear with a heart and you can adapt it for all kinds of sweet occasions. This one is perfect for an easy Valentine card. MATERIALS Draw a Teddy Bear with a Heart PDF Watercolor … Read More
I’m a sucker for handmade Valentine cards. This one is like making a mini version of yourself that can sit adorably on any shelf or table. MATERIALS Headshot photo of each student, about 2″ tall White card stock paper Scissors … Read More
To learn how to draw a Red Panda, try this easy step by step tutorial. Don’t get thrown by the Panda name, they actually look more like (and are the size of) a cat. MATERIALS Draw a Red Panda PDF … Read More
Learn how to draw a cactus like this simple version, and then turn it into a lovely watercolor resist painting. Older students may have fun adding shadows. MATERIALS Draw a Cactus PDF Tutorial Watercolor paper* Black Sharpie marker* Crayons* Liquid … Read More
Try mixing colorful patterns with a simple subject matter for this Pop Art Lesson. Keep the shapes simple and the colors bright and see what happens. MATERIALS Pop Art Landscape PDF Tutorial Drawing paper* Black marker* Stabilo markers* *The above … Read More
Learn how to draw a clownfish by following their very distinct patterning with white stripe bodies and black tipped fins. MATERIALS Draw a PDF Tutorial Drawing paper* Black marker* Crayons* *The above product links are referrals. If you click through … Read More
This tutorial teaches how to draw a swan that keeps its very graceful look. Draw lightly so the white body stays white. MATERIALS Draw a Swan PDF Tutorial Drawing paper* Black marker* Crayons* *The above product links are referrals. If … Read More
Learn how to draw a tulip, and then turn it into a lovely wet-on-wet watercolor painting by mixing two colors in the petals. If you love the bright colors in this tulip painting, here are my three tips for making … Read More
If you want to learn how to draw an eye, drawing a really big one is a good place to start. All the better to see all the details. A single large eye that fills the paper can be the … Read More
There are several ways to learn how to draw a rooster, but this is my favorite. It’s not too simple and not too difficult, given that he does have lots of curvy shapes. Don’t skip the part about folding the … Read More
Here’s a fun Mona Lisa art project, starting with her very famous face and then filling in your own background with lines, just for contrast. A great way to study the power of lines, the beauty of contrast, and the … Read More
Big, overlapping eyes make almost anything look funny – especially when learning how to draw a cartoon fish. Works every time! Cartoon drawing is all about exaggeration. If the eyes have no lids, make them extra big to show that … Read More
Learning how to draw a dragonfly calls for some careful drawing to get all those tiny insect parts lined up. The results are so worth it though. When you are ready to move beyond an overly simplified dragonfly, but not … Read More
This Joan Miro art lesson imitates one of his famous paintings, “People and Dog in Sun”. A simple crayon drawing filled with watercolor paint makes a colorful abstract work of art. MATERIALS Draw like Miro PDF tutorial Watercolor paper* Black … Read More
I have a few Valentine card ideas for kids, but this is definitely my favorite. Start with some pretty patterned paper and you’re guaranteed lovely results. MATERIALS • Heart Punch, 2″ size*• Cardstock paper, Valentine colors, 8.5″ x 11″*• Scrapbook paper (Valentine pads … Read More
Learning how to draw an easy pig is a little more fun when he is looking right back at you. This step by step tutorial keeps all the easy to see and do. MATERIALS Draw an Easy Pig PDF Tutorial … Read More
Start with a print of sunglasses to draw a Valentine portrait. It makes for good face proportion practice. Before students start drawing, remind them that the face width should be a bit smaller that the glasses. The oval should be … Read More