I love snowflakes as a subject for art class first because they are so unique and intricate the possibilities are endless. Second, snowflakes are perfect for the winter season without being tied to holiday. Learn how to draw snowflake the easiest way ever in this snowflake drawing tutorial and enjoy them all winter long!
This simple chalk pastel technique is an easy way to create a quick snowman drawing (or an anything drawing) perfect for a holiday card or a quick snowy afternoon project!
If you only had five dollars to spend on art supplies for your kiddo and asked me what to spend it on I wouldn’t have to think very long. Oil pastels. Those are the supply I would pick. Here I list a few oil pastel techniques that are just my favorite ways to use oil pastels with kids. They’re bright, and beautiful, and so fun! Join me!
Who wants to learn how to draw? Drawing is a skill that takes practice just like anything else. These drawing ideas for kids are designed to teach a few solid techniques, basic concepts, and improve drawing ability, all while having some fun!
This leaf drawing is a great introduction to drawing. Leaves are everywhere, the variety of shapes is fantastic, and the colors…oh my! Learn how to draw a leaf with a few simple drawing exercises and then experiment with a glue outlined chalk drawing of a leaf.
Does your kiddo want to learn to draw but you don’t have the time or skills to teach them yourself? There are amazing opportunities to learn to draw online for free, in your own home! Grab a pencil and any device and settle into these free drawing websites for free online drawing tutorials suitable for any skill level!
Contour drawing is essentially drawing the edges or outlines of an object to define it. Sounds simple, right? Contour line drawing is a big concept that is easily introduced even at a young age and packs a big punch in terms of learning to see what is front of you! This quick blind contour drawing exercise is sure to bring giggles and learning!
Taking old materials and bringing new life to them is one of the most exciting parts of being an art teacher. This wet chalk drawing process does juts that. Take the dirty stubs of chalk, add some water and check out the bright colors that are hiding underneath!
YouTube for art? You bet! My own kids have introduced me to the wonders of using YouTube to find out how to do something. Art is no different. Check out these favorite art YouTube channels!