Blog Art Guides

Spring is the perfect time to refresh your art lessons with projects that celebrate the beauty of the season while reinforcing essential artistic skills. Whether you’re looking for a structured shading activity, an expressive charcoal drawing, or a meditative line...

The best spring art activities for busy classrooms 2025 You know that time of year when everything in the classroom feels just a little… chaotic? Spring rolls around, and suddenly, your once-structured days are filled with state testing, assemblies, early...

Are you looking for fun and engaging Halloween art activities or skeleton drawing lessons to bring spooky creativity into your classroom? Whether you’re facing the last-minute scramble for a quick sub plan, need a one-day lesson to keep your students...

Are you looking for how to teach abstract art in a way that captivates your students while building their compositional skills? You’ve come to the right place! Teaching abstract art can seem daunting, but it’s a fantastic way to explore...

Ever wondered how to prepare for a substitute teacher in an art class? It’s happened to all of us—you need to be out for the day, but the idea of leaving your creative classroom in someone else’s hands can feel...

As an art teacher, designing a high school art curriculum that meets your students’ needs and keeps them engaged can be daunting. Are you wondering: If these questions sound familiar, you’re not alone. Many art teachers grapple with these challenges...

Ever wondered how to create a middle school art curriculum that not only engages students but also builds their skills step-by-step? Whether you’re a seasoned teacher or new to the classroom, planning a successful art curriculum can feel like a...

Why First Week of School Art Activities? First week of school art activities are good for several reasons:  Hey there, fellow art teachers! As we gear up for another school year, it’s always a thrill to start off with projects...

As art teachers, we’re no strangers to the challenge of stretching our supply budgets to accommodate our students’ creative endeavors. From paints to pencils, finding ways to make every dollar count while still providing quality materials can feel like a...

Ordering art supplies on a limited budget can feel like quite the challenge, especially for us art teachers. But fear not, because in this post, I’ll be sharing five essential tips to help you make the most out of your...

Welcome back to another art-filled journey! Today, I’m excited to introduce a fantastic art project just in time for St. Patrick’s Day – Celtic Knot Drawing. This step-by-step lesson not only promises an immersive journey into the intricate world of...

Hello, artists and art teachers! Welcome back to our creative corner. Today, I’m thrilled to introduce a perfect Valentine’s Day art project – Watercolor and Colored Pencil: Candy Hearts. This engaging lesson not only offers a captivating exploration of artistic...