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Text "Art is Basic" in a purple watercolor style with paint splatters.

Art Projects for Kids + Tips for the Teacher!

Colorful Christmas tree collage with stars, hearts, ornaments, and "JOY" written at the bottom.

How to Make a Christmas Tree Collage

Are you looking for a fun art project to try over winter break with your kids?  Here is one that…

  • December 18, 2016
  • 2 Comments
  • all grades, Christmas, collage, holiday, painting, personal artwork
An illustrator depicts a woman pointing upward as four children sit around her, with corn stalks in the background.

Duncan Tonatiuh: Author/Illustrator Visit

On Friday, we had a visit to our school by author and illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh. See his artwork here.  He is…

  • December 12, 2016
  • 1 Comment
  • all grades, art history, book review, books, contemporary artists
The word "CREATE" in colorful, cut-out letters on paper, surrounded by Kwik Stix and a pencil on a wooden surface.

Letter Painting with Kwik Stix

I love Kwik Stix and so do my students.  “It’s like drawing with lipstick!”  I posted a video review of…

  • November 22, 2016
  • 1 Comment
  • all grades, painting
A collage with images of a sleeping puppy, polar bears, a lion's face, and words like "joy," "hoping," "inspiration".

A Great Way to Communicate with Parents in Art Class

This year I have started using a new way to communicate with parents.  After receiving some feedback last year that…

  • November 16, 2016
  • 9 Comments
  • all grades, art history, art teacher tips, art teaching
Illustration of a ship on waves with three figures aboard. Text reads "The Logonauts" around the circle.

Blogging with Students: A Guest Post

Hi friends!  I have a treat for you today.  My very intelligent and dedicated co-worker Katie McEnaney is guest posting for…

  • November 11, 2016
  • all grades, art teacher tips, blogging
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Painted and Doodled Stars Tutorial

I feel like I have stumbled upon my newest art series for my own art.  Earlier I wrote a blog post…

  • November 7, 2016
  • 7 Comments
  • all grades, drawing, painting, pattern, personal artwork, watercolor
A colorful mural with the word "CREATE" surrounded by various vibrant doodles, patterns, and abstract designs, showcasing an inspiring create design.

Create a “Create” Banner

I’ve been busy this school year, but proud of myself that I feel like I’m keeping on top of things.…

  • October 28, 2016
  • 3 Comments
  • all grades, art history, collaborative artwork
A child coloring monster drawings with markers on a wooden table, adding googly eyes for a fun touch.

Googly Eyed Sticker Monsters

With Halloween coming, this is an especially fun open-ended project for little kids.  I did this with kids up to…

  • October 23, 2016
  • all grades, drawing, Halloween
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Display of end-of-year memory books and zine templates for students; features accordion books, illustrated art reflection pages titled "My School Year" and "My Year in Art," plus a beginner guide on how to make a zine.
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Free Sub Tub Guide

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