Tag: do it yourself

A tutorial on how to artistically paint pumpkins.

Painted Pumpkins Tutorial

Learn three ways to add an artistic twist to your fall pumpkin decor with painted pumpkins. Perfect for all-level art classes, DIYs, & more.

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Gelli Printing Ideas From a Self Taught Printmaker

This year I taught myself how to create gelli prints a few days before I started teaching it to students. I had been interested in trying it for a couple of years, especially after seeing a demo of it at the New York NAEA conference in 2017. When it came time to plan a quick,…

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Two modern white chairs that have been decorated with Sharpie doodles.

Art Class: Sharpie Doodle Chairs

Need an art fundraiser or art class decor? Try creating doodle chairs! All you need is a chair and sharpies. It’s great for early finishers to work on.

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Visual Journal Page 37: Foggy Mornings

A visual journal page about my morning commute, which often involved fog drifting between silhouetted trees. Learn how I created this visual journal page.

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Painting Abstract Art: Teaching When the Simplest Concepts are Actually the Most Complex

Abstract art is one of my favorite types of art and it’s an art form that I always include in my high school visual art curriculum. It can be hit and miss, some years they get it and run with it, other years it’s like pulling teeth. Despite my mixed results I am committed to…

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Baby girl's crib with a floral pattern bumper, bright windows, and the ABC's hanging on the wall.

Prep for Baby Girl: Modern, Whimsical Nursery

Check out how I decorated my baby girl’s room with a modern, yet whimsical nursery interior design. Check out the details and pictures.

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