New AP Art Rubric Worksheet for Student Reflection of Sustained Investigations
I have a new resource for all of you AP Art teachers out there. It’s an AP Art Rubric Worksheet that allows Students to self-reflect using the AP Art rubric from the College Board ( NOTE: My worksheet is not endorsed by the College Board but it will definitely help you and your students on […]
FREE Neurographic Art Lesson!
Free Neurographic Art Lesson: Unlock Your Inner Chill Bob Ross Have you ever wanted to turn your stress into something beautiful? Well, grab a Sharpie and get ready to doodle your worries away with a free neurographic art lesson! Neurographic art is an intuitive drawing technique that transforms simple lines into mesmerizing, organic designs. This […]
New Freebie: Art Class Restroom Pass
Do you use some type of Art Class Restroom Pass? I have used them for many years now and I find them to be really helpful for my classroom. I give them a sheet of 10 passes at the beginning of the semester. When they leave the classroom they must give me one and sign […]
13 Free Pages of THUMBNAIL SKETCH Printables!
Shhh! These Thumbnail Sketch Printables are my Art Teacher SECRET Weapon! For my Art 1 students these small, quick, and often overlooked drawings play a HUGE role in shaping their artistic journey in my classroom. Here’s why they matter and why you should incorporate MORE Thumbnail sketches: Visualization: A picture is worth a thousand words! […]
Try these Easy Art Critique Worksheets for an Easier Art Criticism Experience for Students
Maybe you have the same problem. Maybe you can use these Easy art Critique Worksheets, too. Can we chat about a problem that’s been on my mind lately? Have you also noticed how difficult it is to get students to really write a good essay anymore? The days of students crafting sharp, concise essays are becoming […]
Free Rubric for Grading the Artistic Process
Have you considered GRADING the Artistic Process instead of the Product? A couple weeks ago, I wrote a post with 5 tips to help make grading artwork faster. Tip number 5 was “Don’t grade every piece of artwork.” You don’t have to grade every finished artwork. I highly recommend sometimes you simply grade the process […]
From Beginner to Confident: The Magic of Half Face Drawings
Have you tried half face drawings with your students? If not, you’re missing out on an amazing learning tool! Half face drawings are one of the best ways I have found to help students build confidence in their portrait drawing skills. I’ve found this technique incredibly effective, especially when preparing students for more complex projects […]
Free Flair Pen Teacher Gift Tags: Last Minute Teacher Appreciation Gift!
Free Flair Pen Teacher Gift Tags: The Perfect Last-Minute Gift! Do you need a last-minute Teacher Appreciation gift? You are in the right place! You’ve found free flair pen teacher gift tags! Trust me, all teachers LOVE Paper Mate Flair Pens. And let’s be honest—teachers deserve the world for all they do, but a set […]