Quick art lessons for high school

It can be tough to fit art into a busy homeschooling schedule, but these quick and easy art projects make it simple. They're perfect for middle schoolers.

Click on the links below to access lesson plans for projects this semester. Lessons will be added after they have been introduced in class.

Have you ever wanted to have your students create an expressive work of art, but didn't know where to start? Last year I took a workshop at the Expressive Arts Institute in San Diego. It was an amazing weekend that opened up my mind to the possibilities of working through emotions in art. There was one exercise that I really loved and I immediately saw how it could benefit teenagers. I tweaked it a little bit for my high school art class, and I can honestly say it was the best art project I…

Get inspired for the school year with high school art project ideas. Check out how I scaffold courses, start the first day, and more.

New on the blog, tips on creating middle school art curriculum. It's all about engagement, building confidence, and scaffolding techniques. Similar to elementary, I like to use the elements of art and principles of design as the backbone of my middle school curriculum.

This project is a great way to teach positive and negative space in art. It is perfect for Halloween or anytime of year. Find step-by-step instructions and ideas for your classroom.

One of the most meaningful activities that I can bring into a classroom is the sketchbook. Sketchbooks are one of those things that can be...

First day of school high school art lesson ideas and creative ways to get to know your students. How to set the tone for great art making and get your students creating meaningful art with passion and purpose from the start.

2-d, Fine Art Lesson, High School Art, Mixed media,

Drawing resources for art teachers by The Arty Teacher. Drawing resources for highschool and middle school teachers.