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
This spooky trees art project makes the best of both chalk pastels and tempera paint. Crisp black shadows on a fuzzy, foggy sky is a winning combination. And in this case, very easy to do. A successful project happens when … Read More
Learn how to draw an apple with dimension, by adding a little shadow and a little highlight. It’s easier than you may think. Chalk pastels can create some amazing color, but they are the hardest thing to try to control. … Read More
Here’s a solar eclipse art project that is easy for all ages and good shading practice. Love it when science and art work together. MATERIALS Astrobright cardstock paper (found mine at Staples)* Old yogurt cup for tracing Scrap cardstock paper … Read More
Creative self portrait drawing is extra fun when the scale is extra large. Dried glue and chalk work best when things are BIG. The large paper lets students draw with more control, so much more than if they had been … Read More
If you make art with students very often, sooner or later you’ll get this urge to have them collect it and keep it all in one place. I struggled with this for years, until I discovered a two-hole punch. It … Read More
A fun Giacometti art project is drawing a skinny body with glue on black paper. It will look a lot like the unique metal sculptures he is famous for. Drawing these Giacometti inspired figures with glue is the perfect way … Read More