This post covers tips to designing a successful middle school art curriculum. It's all about scaffolding, building confidence, and having fun
Students learned how to mix tints (a color + white) and shades (a color + black) then used this skill to create an atmospheric landscape with tempera on paper.
Teaching perspective drawing to seventh graders has always been a highlight for me. This is one of those magical moments where the curriculum meets the students everywhere they need to be met.
Welcome! This blog post features a guided tutorial of how to create a drip sculpture inspired by one of my FAVORITE contemporary artists, Dan Lam. Before exploring this project, check out Dan Lam's eye catching drip sculptures on her website here and her Instagram page here. Dan Lam’s "tactile, technicolor sculptures use unconventional materials to
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).
It can be tough to fit art into a busy homeschooling schedule, but these quick and easy art projects make it simple. They're perfect for middle schoolers.
Welcome! This blog post features a guided tutorial of how to create a drip sculpture inspired by one of my FAVORITE contemporary artists, Dan Lam. Before exploring this project, check out Dan Lam's eye catching drip sculptures on her website here and her Instagram page here. Dan Lam’s "tactile, technicolor sculptures use unconventional materials to
In this Aquarium Perspective Lesson, Middle School students will dive right into learning about the principle of perspective while designing an aquarium.
The daily practice of art history warm-ups will develop art criticism skills while investigating a broad range of artists throughout history.
It can be tough to fit art into a busy homeschooling schedule, but these quick and easy art projects make it simple. They're perfect for middle schoolers.
After nearly a decade of teaching secondary students, I've had a lot of time to test out a variety of 2d art projects. Let's face it: as teachers, sometimes we plan and plan and plan. We are so excited to deliver the project, and then... it flops. Students are uninterested and the final products aren't
Activities for this Lesson Plan What is “Painting with Paper?” What is a Still Life? Why is Color Important in Art? Resources Make a Still Life Collage (worksheet) Glossary Time: Two 45 minute clas…
Continuing with our fortnightly artist study I recently hosted a session to look at the work of Banksy. This was a different session to the others that I have run as not a great deal is known about Banksy as an individual. Why Banksy? Throughout the sessions that I have run, I have sought to... Read More
Have you discovered Blackout Poetry yet? It's equally fun for kids and adults and you probably have all you need to do it without buying a thing!
As a Middle School Art Teacher, I use this lesson to teach proportions, shading, and grid drawing. It's a perfect beginning lesson before starting on grid portraits! On each worksheet we work on the first example together and I make sure to emphasize that we are breaking down the image square by square. They are then ready to complete the next example(s) on their own. There is a rubric included at the bottom for students to evaluate their own work. Let me know if this works well for you or if you have any recommendations on how to improve this resource! Thank you!
Middle School artists began the year by looking at the art Guiseppe Arcimboldo, a Renaissance painter who created portraits made up of other objects (such as fruit, vegetables and birds). The students took this concept and made it their own by filling their own silhouette with images of things that tell something about themselves. Students used pencil, ink and watercolors to complete their works.
Food Truck. Dragon Eyes. Graffiti Name. Tim Burton Inspired Selfies. Scratch board Drawing. These art lessons are the most popular with my students.This collection of my students' favorite art lessons will keep your art students engaged for weeks. These art lesson plans will cover 5-8 weeks of lesso...
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We found the best middle school art projects online! Whether you are an art teacher teaching middle school students or have kids in middle school that you
The soft serve ice cream marries the knowledge mastered in previous lessons with this new colored pencil skill and reverse value info.
After a decade of teaching high school art, I've recently moved to teaching middle school art. It's a blast and there is truly NEVER a dull moment. Through some trial and error, I've learned that some projects are more engaging than others. Below are some of my favorite middle school art projects that have yielded
Welcome! This blog post features a guided tutorial of how to create a geometric, Bauhaus-inspired paper collage. Prior to beginning, it is helpful to learn more about the Bauhaus art movement. Some of the key characteristics of Bauhaus art includes (1) simple, geometric shapes, (2) basic color schemes, and (3) asymmetrical balance. This activity challenges artists
mrstfoxresources.com | Disco Ball Drawing Art - Teaching acrylic painting to beginners can be a daunting task, especially when faced with numerous factors involved in ensuring a successful painting class. Engaging Middle and High School Art Students with Disco Ball Painting Watercolor AcrylicOil paintMixed mediaCollage Printmaking PotteryGlaze Artistic technique
What is OP ART? It is short for Optical Illusion. Op art, short for optical art, is a style of visual art that uses optical illusions. Op art works are abstract, with many better known pieces created in black and white. or contrasting colors. Typically, they give the viewer the impression of movement: waving, spinning, swirling, vibrating... Here are 2 Well know OpArt artist.... Bridgett Riley 1931- now 88 years old when posted Victor Vassarley 1906-1997 Victor Vasarely was a Hungarian-French artist, who is widely accepted as a "grandfather" and Although these ideas seem modern and graphic, They have been around for thousands of years. Cross Contour line is traced back to the 1400s... This was created by Paolo Uccello. It uses 2000 intersecting points to map out the mathematical form of a chalice. CRITERIA: -Final must contain at least 3 circles (or other shape) using cross contour line on them to create 3 forms. -A background that gives the illusion of movement (warping, waving, swirling using lines or checkerboard. If using 2 colors, they must be CONTRASTING. (background samples below) HOW DO YOU DO THOSE!? Above instructions for box 5,7 and 11 You can use the 4 I show above, then venture on your own and find more you like. Click Here for IDEAS.. or watch here... Make practice fun by filling in squares on a cube with the techniques. (above using complementary colors) (above on colored card stock using tints and shades) Color Design It is very important to use the correct colors in OPart. This light plays a big part on the eyes and how it reflects back onto them. Black and white contrast and are an easy way to make the eyes bounce back and forth. Complementary colors have contrast as well and will do the same. -Emphasize (make stand out visually) the 3 spheres by using -Contrasting (opposite) color choices in background and 3 spheres to compliment each other. 2023 HIGH SCHOOL EXAMPLES Examples of Past Op Art Projects from Mineola Middle School 2004-2014 Practice Ahead of time Helps... I recommend practicing with cross contour shapes and then a variety of backgrounds to use. (Student below practicing ) 2022 Op Art Ajia, Madison, Kinslee, Kaden, Emily, & Jaidyn Michelle, Jasmin, Eduardo, & Paislee Kali, Jazmyn, MAria, Jarezi, Ayden B. , Melanie, Selena, & Aubrey --------2021 Art One Student----- Justin, Jaylee, and Ozias Karen, Josilen, Peyton C., Stephanie, Caroline and Lovella Jannette and Carie Brielle, Lyndie, Destinee, Danielle, Tania and Addyson 2019-2020 ----6-8th grade Mineola Middle School Art---- 1st period (below) Yuka, Sa’Niya, Victoria, Ambria, Desiree, Kaleece, Jada & Jason 1st period Rylee, Katie, Ruben (left), Kaylynn & Stephanie (right) (below) 2nd period (below) NoName, Chance, Chris, Lucy, Zane & Moses Emmily & Francie (below) Danielle 6th grade (above) Hazel, Anonymous, Bailee & Kaylee Kris, krissie, Jorja, Tania, Maiyah, Chevelle, Makena & Mariana Bryan, Kaily, Athena, Maiyah, David & Nathalie 7th and 8th graders 2009-2012 Alexis and Angela (above) Benji and Brenda (above) Brianna and Colby (above) Corbin and Dalton (above) Drason ad Hugo (above) Lily and Shanna (above) Try This for Fun More Lost Sock OP ART projects Op Art American Flags http://tabithaannthelostsock.blogspot.com/2019/09/op-art-american-flags.html Three Dimensional Color Columns https://tabithaannthelostsock.blogspot.com/2014/03/3-d-color-columns.html Op Art Hand https://tabithaannthelostsock.blogspot.com/2012/10/art-elements-using-hands.html
This middle school animal eyes art lesson is fantastic for teaching students the element of design for line and texture through a new set of eyes!
End of Year Art Activities that require little prep and use minimal materials. End of year art lessons that quick, fun and engaging.
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We had a lot fun studying real candy prices as our inspiration for our Pop Art Candy Paintings. Tempra paint and black Sharpie outlines adde...
One of my favorite topics to teach in my art class, no matter what the age or skill level, is divergent thinking. What is divergent thinking? One of my favorite videos to introduce divergent thinking to my students is the lecture by Ken Robinson. Divergent thinking is the ability to come up with multiple solutions
Welcome! This blog post explores a project that depicts one cohesive image divided into 7 sections which illustrate the 7 elements of art: line, shape, color, form, value, texture, and space. The elements of art the artists toolbox they can use in an endless amount of ways to create infinite art solutions. This is a
Looking for fun, educational games for art class? Check out these three simple games you can put together in a few minutes.
Art handouts and worksheets are invaluable tools for young artists and educators looking to unleash their creativity. These resources provide a structured platform for learning and experimentation, allowing budding artists to explore various techniques, concepts, and subjects. Whether you're a parent searching for engaging activities to inspire your child's artistic journey or a teacher seeking educational materials to enhance your art curriculum, our collection of art handouts and worksheets is sure to be a valuable entity that cultivates a love for art while honing essential skills.
This project is a great way to teach positive and negative space in art. It is perfect for Halloween or anytime of year. Find step-by-step instructions and ideas for your classroom.
Welcome! This blog post features a guided tutorial of how to create a drip sculpture inspired by one of my FAVORITE contemporary artists, Dan Lam. Before exploring this project, check out Dan Lam's eye catching drip sculptures on her website here and her Instagram page here. Dan Lam’s "tactile, technicolor sculptures use unconventional materials to
Get ready to see painting results in your middle or high school classroom like NEVER before - yes, that sounds bold, but that's because this scaffolded method of teaching kids to paint with acrylics WORKS! "My students felt successful after finishing the marbles. They never knew they could paint like this until this lesson." — jennifer s. This acrylic painting bundle takes your students from start to finish - beginning with Acrylic Value Scales and ending with the Acrylic Master Study (Acrylic Automobile Project not included). *ALSO INCLUDED: Teacher PDF Presentations "Teaching Acrylic Painting" (overview of entire course) and "Bare Bones Acrylic Basics" (basic color theory) ***VEKTOR LESSON NOW INCLUDES VIDEO TUTORIAL ON SET UP AND PROCESS*** Projects included in this lesson bundle: Acrylic Value Scales Acrylic Impossible Shape Acrylic Vektor Painting Acrylic Silverware Acrylic Master Study
It can be tough to fit art into a busy homeschooling schedule, but these quick and easy art projects make it simple. They're perfect for middle schoolers.
I created this culture jars art lesson for an Art and World Cultures class, and continue to use it in art classes because it is so well received. The word
