A colored pencil drawing of a cupcake that makes me hungry. What inspires you to draw?

Daily Doodle: Cupcake Drawing

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Eye Self-Portrait Lesson Plan

I love the rhythm of a school schedule. Looking at a calendar and seeing my year broken into chunks of work and rest give me a sense of clarity. That being said, nothing is more real than the anxiety and panic of a Sunday night after a long break. (Or any Sunday night?). Did I set my alarm correctly? Did I print my new rosters? … Continue reading Eye Self-Portrait Lesson Plan

Art lesson plan and video tutorials! Expressive mask sculptures using cardboard and oil pastels. So many art history and cultural connections and great for art teachers on a budget! Sticky post

Expressive Masks: Picasso & African Mask Lesson Plan

Every new art teacher can relate to the first moment they walk into their inherited art room.  What did the former teacher leave behind?  What supplies will be found in the Narnia of the art education world: THE SUPPLY CLOSET?! Maybe the previous teacher was a hoarder (guilty).  Or a type A super organizer (not guilty).  Or maybe you are the lucky teacher who gets … Continue reading Expressive Masks: Picasso & African Mask Lesson Plan