Hybrid Machine-Animal Drawings
After looking at the art of contemporary artist Nicolas Lampert, my students combined two or more different objects or creatures…
Notan Cut Paper Designs: Third Grade
I have several art lessons that I did not post about yet from this past school year, so look forward…
Emily’s Blue Period – Personal Collages for 3rd Graders
Our school librarian introduced this book to me and I think it is such a sweet story. This book is…
Triangle Collage on Canvas for School Auction
Every year, my 5th/6th grade class carves rubber stamps with symbols they have designed. This year, we stamped extra prints…
A Page of Hearts (Valentine’s Pictures)
Valentine’s Day is coming! Are you looking for a fun heart project idea to try with your kids? This challenge…
Henri Matisse Art Projects for Kids – Shape Collage and Flowers
Henri Matisse is one of my favorite artists. I love his bold colors and beautiful shapes. While teaching about patterns,…
Mixed Media Self Portraits by 3rd Grade
My students made self portraits with construction paper, tissue paper and paint. This project is always a hit with the…
Penguin Collage Paintings with Kindergarteners
Thank you, Patty Palmer, for this fun penguin collage project idea! We used paint dotters to paint the backgrounds instead…