Let’s be honest: art history can be a tough sell in the classroom. You sit down with the best intentions. You queue up the slideshow. You start talking about brushstrokes or symbolism or the invention of oil paint. And somewhere around slide six, you catch a student making direct eye
Spring is the perfect time to refresh your art lessons with spring art ideas and projects that celebrate the season’s beauty while reinforcing essential artistic skills. Whether you’re looking for a structured shading activity, an expressive charcoal drawing, or a meditative line art project, these spring art lessons are sure
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 dismissals, and unexpected schedule changes. Students are buzzing with spring
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 focused, or you’re planning an in-depth project to help them
Are you looking for abstract art ideas for your secondary classes? You’ve come to the right place! These three abstract art projects are favorites in my classroom. In this blog, I will show you how to teach abstract art in a way that captivates your students while building their compositional
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 overwhelming. Let’s face it: art class isn’t like any other
Planning a high school art curriculum can feel overwhelming when you’re trying to balance foundational skills, student choice, creative confidence, and projects that actually work with your schedule and supplies. You may be wondering: If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. A strong high school art curriculum does not have
In my 26 years of experience teaching secondary art, I’ve learned that the way you sequence lessons makes a big difference. I like to start small with quick lessons that make students feel successful, then progress to more complex projects incorporating more skills. It is always best to isolate each
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 that not only spark creativity but also help students feel