Try giving young students a cat head template and challenge them to fill the page. This young 2nd grader, Benjamin, made an adorable painting as a res...
You pretty much can?t lose when you make pumpkins your subject matter for a painting. The line work alone is perfect for teaching kids how to give the...
I made this condensed tutorial for three aliens as it is fun to mix and match the different eyes, hands and feet. It’s a good direct draw projec...
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Am I the only one who thinks this California Quail looks like he was designed by committee? Kind of funny that he represents a state known for being c...
I really like this point of view for drawing a bird. It fills a page in a nice and balanced way, and could probably be adapted to many other breeds to...
It’s been a space-themed week at my school, thanks to Monday?s eclipse. It provided the perfect subject matter for a new black paper and metalli...
I am happy to share that my drawing tutorials have led me in a new direction. It seems to me … Read More
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Once again I have to give credit to an amazing site called Krokotak.com. This Angler fish project is just too … Read More
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The world?s easiest way to decorate a pumpkin ? just pour paint Jackson Pollock style. MATERIALS White foam pumpkin, from Michaels or Amazon Old acryl...
Win my giant “How to Draw” Book as shown here, printed and stored in a jumbo 4″ binder. Just tag a friend and like this post to part...
If you have ever tried to make glue drawings for chalk pastel or color stick art, but didn’t love the way the glue dried? Drawing with white glu...
Here’s what I love about selling over the internet, customers can make requests, and you can turn around and help them FAST. I was reminded that...
Here’s a new tutorial that shows you how to draw a duck that is true to it’s mallard coloring, with an a added touch of cuteness to the ey...
There are many great Minecraft self portrait ideas over on Pinterest, but I am going to have my students use this approach, with a pre-printed grid. I...
I?ve exchanged friendship bracelet projects for this round braid, which could certainly still look great on any wrist. After set … Read More
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I keep finding the most original new ideas at this site called Krokotak. They seem to have a knack for … Read More
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Wow, thanks to all those who entered my contest! I loved reading your comments and learning that my tutorials are going to such good use. My winner wa...
This air-dry clay starfish will give students a change to practice their blending skills. Five fingers need to be mushed in the middle to make him nic...
There’s nothing prettier than a colorful maple leaf, but who needs lots of xeroxed copies that all exactly match each other? Learn how to draw y...
NEW SALE! I’ve combined my Coloring Books 1, 2 and 3 to create a brand new 50 page Fine Art Coloring Book, just in time for the new school year....
I’m loving how this Minecraft Selfie project requires students to solve problems, as in how to draw their hair using only boxes. I also wanted t...
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 A...
Here?s an idea for a transportation craft project. It costs about $1.50 for both gift boxes and makes a pretty … Read More
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I created this leaf template years ago, after getting inspired by Zentangle art. It seems to me that its focus … Read More
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I had my Model Magic students try working in a diorama-like setting today and apply fish and more to a wall of blue. When the clamshell was closed, th...
If you want to draw a cute cottage house, then you can also surround it with the landscaping of your dreams too. MATERIALS Download Cottage PDF Tutori...
Finally, an air dry clay project that is easy enough for kinders, lets students practice some clay skills, AND makes something pretty darn cute, no ...
This hanging bat tutorial has been a favorite for years, especially with teachers. I’ve made a new deluxe version that includes a full size samp...
You can purchase my new Draw and Paint eBook bundle for the introductory price of $15. This special ends tonight at midnight. My new ebooks have for...
I saw this idea for drawing a tree on Artsonia.com, and love showing kids how lines can give dimension to … Read More
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