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How to Hone Observation and Composition with a Room
Art Lesson: Drawing Interiors with Oil Pastels – Honing Observation and Composition There’s something deeply satisfying about capturing the cozy charm of an interior space—the light hitting a tabletop just right, the way a chair leans toward a window, or how a rug anchors the room in warmth and color. In this lesson, we’re diving…
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Exploring the Whimsy of Paul Klee’s Magic Squares
3rd Grade Art Spotlight: Building Magical Cities with Paul Klee Welcome back to the studio, friends! Today I’m thrilled to share a lesson that’s always a hit with my third graders — an imaginative dive into the world of Paul Klee’s Magic Square paintings. This unit is all about process over product — giving students…
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Exploring the Whimsical World of Paul Klee’s Magic Square Towns
Activity: Title: Design a Colorful Town Inspired by Paul Klee About Paul Klee and His Art: Paul Klee (1879–1940) was a Swiss-German artist known for his unique and imaginative approach to art, blending abstraction with playful simplicity. His works often feature bold colors, geometric shapes, and dreamlike scenes that evoke emotion, movement, and personal expression.…
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Learning All About Color Value with Ice Cream Cones
Exploring Color Value: Adding White and Black to a Hue As an art teacher, one of the most essential concepts I love teaching my students is understanding color value. Color value refers to the lightness or darkness of a color, which can dramatically affect the mood, depth, and dimension of an artwork. When working with…
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One-Point Perspective: A Foundation for Future Architects and Engineers
One-point perspective drawing is a crucial skill for aspiring architects, engineers, and professionals in design and construction. It provides a way to visually represent 3D space on a 2D surface, helping to create realistic depictions of buildings, streets, and other structures. Understanding how to use perspective is essential for anyone involved in the design, planning,…
Rebecca Wacht
Art Teacher / Creative
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