Learn how to use art therapy for relaxation and stress relief. We'll show you several ideas and techniques that you can use at home on your own time.
If you want to multiply your traffic and sales, you need to be on Pinterest. Learn how to get started with this practical guide for ecommerce success.
Tips and techniques for drawing flowers with a pen.
It can be tricky to know how to price your art. Here's a quick guide to setting your prices as an artist. Read more art business tips now!
Finding great resources online is the best! In this post (and podcast episode) I’m sharing my favorite sites for free creative lesson plans and teaching ideas online. Listen in below, or read on to learn about my favorite online resources.
This Roll-A-Kandinsky art lesson will help you learn all about Wassily Kandinsky and the Expressionist movement he was a part of. You'll also make your own Kandinsky-style art using the free printable and a pair of dice to guide you in which colorful elements to add.
Recently I received this question via email: "When you're ready to sell your art, what's the best way to start? Who do you contact; and where do you go?" It's a good question - here's your answer.
Here’s a simple guide on developing your own art style authentically, but in less time. You don’t have to rush through these steps, though. Take as long as you like, as it’s a fun and inspiring journey!
Why You Don’t Need to Go to Art School. Going to school seems like the obvious choice for any wannabe artist. But being an artist means coming up with new ways to express yourself. Read more.
Explore the BEST picture books that teach about Art or Inspire Art Making for kids to use for art infused lessons in your classroom, to teach art history and about making art and the creative process to your art students, or to use for creating an art-themed section in your home library. This comprehensive list explores famous artists, artworks, and the art making process through fun and creative, easy-to read picture books. It will provide you with ideas and inspiration for creating art lessons and projects that you can pair with these amazing books to help you teach about art making in depth in your classroom.
PRO Learning is the only Professional Development platform designed for K-12 art teachers with training, hands-on tutorials, and resources.
If the coronavirus has you sheltering at home with your kids, this art and play guide will help promote learning while staying creative!
You might be asking, What are the 7 Elements of Art and How Do I Teach Them? The Elements 7 Elements of Art are: Line, Value, Color, Space, Shape, Form, and Texture and they are the foundations or building blocks that artists use to make art. Let's dive in and learn about the 7 Elements of Art, Which You Should Teach First, and How to Teach them.
Composition in art is so important! Here is a free guide- everything you need to know, no matter what kind of artist you are!
In this guide, learn about negative space in art and how to use it to improve your compositions and artworks as a whole.
Read on to find how to make artwork prints! I’ll share everything you need to know about making in-house prints. From the tools to the insider tips.
How to jump-start your creativity as a teacher; how to increase creativity, plan more creative lessons, and be a creative person
Welcome to the How-To Guide for First Year Art Teachers where I give you my 10 Steps for Success! Congratulations! You got your own classroom. OH MY GOSH, you have your own classroom. Your mind and stomach start racing, both with extreme excitement and panic because now, it all just got real. You will have a lot of students, a lot of planning, and a lot of classroom to keep organized. Figuring out where to even start is a huge stress and will require a tea (or a beer) and a nap (probably some Netflix too).
Sarah Urist Green, creator of PBS' The Art Assignment, walks through five fun art projects that don't require fancy supplies or talent to create and enjoy.
Welcome to the How-To Guide for First Year Art Teachers where I give you my 10 Steps for Success! Congratulations! You got your own classroom. OH MY GOSH, you have your own classroom. Your mind and stomach start racing, both with extreme excitement and panic because now, it all just got real. You will have a lot of students, a lot of planning, and a lot of classroom to keep organized. Figuring out where to even start is a huge stress and will require a tea (or a beer) and a nap (probably some Netflix too).
Learn how to practice presence and eliminate multitasking to create your own unplugged time as an online entrepreneur. Spot the signs that you’re overwhelmed and need to unplug for your own mental and emotional health. Learning to put down your phone and unplug from your online world will help you r
20 best drawing tablets and sketch pads for architects, designers, and artists. Compare pricing and features of the top 20 drawing pads for design.
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When we originally published this blog post in 2014, Vogue magazine had just called Instagram the “World’s Most Talked-About New Art Dealer.” It’s easy to see why. With previously obscure artists like Ashley Longshore and Donald Robertson rocketing to fame, and sales, because of Instagram, Vogue outlines how big-time art dealers and auction houses are […]
Each month TinkerLab hosts a self-guided art challenge, designed to help you build an art habit while encouraging experimentation and play. There’s a new word each day for a total of 365 word prompts. Interpret the word however you like, using any medium of your choice. Start anywhere, join for as many days as you like, and tag me with you work on Instagram!
Creative thinking and problem-solving are essential parts of the design process to turn ideas into innovation and break the barriers against creativity. One of the successful methods used in creative thinking is the SCAMPER technique. While there are different creative thinking and problem-solving techniques such as reversed brainstorming, Hurson’s thinking model, the six hats of
Tips and techniques for drawing flowers with a pen.
By Ingrid Mueller in Art Business Advice > General Art Advice If you’re an accomplished artist or are becoming well-known in your art community it’s quite likely that at some point you’ll be asked to conduct a demonstration or workshops based on a style or technique that is unique to you. Some people are natural instructors and presenters, and won’t have a problem with saying “yes” and doing a fantastic job. But many artists are just that—artists, not teachers—and won’t know how […]
Hello! Today I share the first post in a series on Interactive Read Alouds. I have so much to talk about and share with you that I decided I couldn’t...
If you're looking for a few tips and tricks when teaching self portraits, look no further! In this blog you will find 8 of my top tips to help you implement best practices into your next self portrait art lesson.
Integrate art and literacy with no prep or background knowledge with step by step tutorials for art history and art around the world!
You have probably seen a lot of amazing artworks and you now hear the calling inside you for art, so I will talk about how to start drawing.You have probably made the decision to start
Start your landscape photography journey with our 15 helpful guides. Learn essential gear, planning, settings, composition, workflow and more.
Discover how to create blacklight art with your students in the classroom. You will learn how to get started with blacklight art in your classroom, Q and As to frequently asked questions and resources. The best part is All you need are black lights and neon artmaking tools. That’s it!
How to make prints of your art and make money. A guide for beginners. I discuss 4 major printing options. Litho, Giclee, Home Giclee, and Dropshipping.
Integrate art and literacy with no prep or background knowledge with step by step tutorials for art history and art around the world!
Tired of having parts of your image in unfocused? Focus stacking is a popular photography technique that gives ultra sharp images. Learn the technique now!
When you're teaching yourself how to paint, it can be tricky to know how to improve your skills further. Painting studies are useful to guide you on to how to improve your paintings, but how do you know what to start with? Here are a few ideas for studies to help you improve, as well as tips and tri
The ultimate curriculum platform for K-12 art teachers. FLEX gives art teachers access to a rich library of standards-aligned curriculum materials so they can save time and focus on teaching and student learning.