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Art Class Time

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Art Lessons for Art Teachers. This podcast provides you with an art supply list, set-up and clean-up tips, step-by-step instructions, and links to graphics. You will have everything you need for each art lesson.

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032 Put Me In The Zoo

5 min

‘Spot’ the leopard teaches kids how to find their place in the world and that there is a special spot for everyone. This craft is handy when you are in a pinch since it can take as little or as much time as you need it to. Or use it to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday the first week of March.    preK & kinder  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uhkWcXVKkVlia1wfz-4KeLTaQmicOAJN/view?usp=sharing  

031 Dr Seuss Bed Time Blanket

6 min

Celebrate Dr Seuss with this weaving project for young children. The project is paired with the book, "I am NOT Getting Up Today" and uses basic supplies and a little prep work.  The episode describes in detail how to teach students to weave a blanket with colored strips of paper and draw themselves dreaming beneath it. kindergarten & first grade Step-By-Step Instructions: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PB0tmgQfTiasGapmZdHC8IVD8IJflTyL/view?usp=sharing

030 Paper Plate Weave

8 min

Teach kids how to make a beautiful, circular weaving using yarn and a paper plate. This episode guides you through every step of the project to ensure that your students end up with a work of art and a love of weaving. Step-by-Step Instructions and samples: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gAcfiYpG5U14NZzsl9wFb8xW8ahsl__r/view?usp=sharing

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032 Put Me In The Zoo

5 min

‘Spot’ the leopard teaches kids how to find their place in the world and that there is a special spot for everyone. This craft is handy when you are in a pinch since it can take as little or as much time as you need it to. Or use it to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday the first week of March.    preK & kinder  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uhkWcXVKkVlia1wfz-4KeLTaQmicOAJN/view?usp=sharing  

031 Dr Seuss Bed Time Blanket

6 min

Celebrate Dr Seuss with this weaving project for young children. The project is paired with the book, "I am NOT Getting Up Today" and uses basic supplies and a little prep work.  The episode describes in detail how to teach students to weave a blanket with colored strips of paper and draw themselves dreaming beneath it. kindergarten & first grade Step-By-Step Instructions: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PB0tmgQfTiasGapmZdHC8IVD8IJflTyL/view?usp=sharing

030 Paper Plate Weave

8 min

Teach kids how to make a beautiful, circular weaving using yarn and a paper plate. This episode guides you through every step of the project to ensure that your students end up with a work of art and a love of weaving. Step-by-Step Instructions and samples: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gAcfiYpG5U14NZzsl9wFb8xW8ahsl__r/view?usp=sharing

029 Weaving 101

6 min

No, it's not your imagination... teaching weaving to kids is REALLY hard. This podcast will help you break down the process of weaving for different age groups. Teaching children the 'secret' to weaving helps emphasize an important step so weaving becomes fun instead of frustrating.

028 Epic Art Fails

12 min

If this podcast helps prevent just one art teacher from an epic fail, then sharing my disaster stories will have been worth it. Admitting mess-ups is humbling... Especially when you’re creating a podcast on how to be a successful art teacher; but we do grow more from our messes than from our successes. No matter how much you plan, prepare and practice, every teacher will have a set back... especially when first starting out. In my 12 years as an art teacher, there are mistakes I will never, ever repeat. Here are a few of my art lesson blunders.  Pics of Fence Board People and WovenBaskets https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UA-SR46m2i3ylMwPChwLe6wgHouBdBPV/view?usp=sharing

027 Craft Paper Western Boots

5 min

This inexpensive art project is great for a chili cook-off, rodeo season, or for any western theme. Create cowboy (or cowgirl) boots out of craft paper. Transform a repeated name or phrase into embroidered boot stitching... perfect for students  learning how to write in cursive. Younger kids can use their fancy, swirly writing along with gemstones and stickers to add glam to their boots. Great for any age. boot sample: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cuE09g3kLBUKGfuvQ0Z-z_S4ZL9KUN5u/view?usp=sharing boot design: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Nl3TOMhdhzpx7hkxGgaJQ4IR_MIVBpDS/view?usp=sharing boot template: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cQRPP3ZYGPlAEMegTEVYk8oKKm_AL9pK/view?usp=sharing

026 Waterbottle Fireflies ages 4+

4 min

This podcast teaches students how to transform an empty water bottle into a glowing firefly.  This craft is inspired by, "The Very Lonely Firefly", by the late, great, Eric Carle. Use the fireflies to give a pretty glow to an evening school event, then students can use it as a night light. ages 4+ student samples: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BgcgxmDuxI62GYFiKqSQGKPIRnKA9dYn/view?usp=sharing

025 Art CHOPPED ages 6+

5 min

This podcast provides everything needed for you and your students to play the art game called, ART CHOPPED. The game is based on the Food Network show called, "Chopped". A bag of mystery art supplies is given to each group of students to create a masterpiece before time is up. Bring out the creativity and resourcefulness of your students as they use a limited amount of supplies and time to compete against their classmates. Have a 'pantry' of tape, scissors, staplers and stick glue accessible and think up a cool prize for the winner.   ages 6+ Pics of kids playing the game and their masterpieces: https://drive.google.com/file/d/14i_fIV53ZlkB1k2kXQ2JsaZIqkkKBWvG/view?usp=sharing

024 Mouse Shapes & House Shapes ages Pre-K+

5 min

Three little mice in the story "Mouse Shapes" show how to build different objects using circles, triangles, rectangles and squares. Go beyond this project to build a colorful village of houses out of paper shapes.   ages Pre-K+ sample work: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OI_FMYczeLWAPhRmAlQb2Pz90rVMicBL/view?usp=sharing  

023 Paper Reflection

8 min

Mind-blowing optical illusions introduce students to positive and negative space using basic supplies; paper, scissors and glue.  optical illusion samples: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RrjRMERVczji7deBtLQ398lgl2TOqOEg/view?usp=sharing student samples: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WBhNaro7_45ZmSsoWb56lK29P0ZekD9Q/view?usp=sharing step-by-step pictures: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XAtMT8Di0RLrDrfhZ1Bt-YJLnjBZj5wl/view?usp=sharing  

022 Paint On Glass

5 min

Paint on glass successfully with this podcast. A supply list, instructions, set-up and clean-up details are included. Students get very creative with this project and it's easy with the right materials.   ages 11+  student samples: https://drive.google.com/file/d/192Xv62QkYY1U4naMJGa3GoaXbn4Q8HvV/view?usp=sharing  

021 Glass Etching

8 min

Etching on glass is easy! Masking a design on glass to be etched is easier after looking at positive and negative space through the work of M. C. Escher and his optical illusions. Included in this podcast are a supply list, set-up, instructions with links to graphics, and tips on clean-up.  ages 11 and up M.C. Escher drawings: https://drive.google.com/file/d/13miQ3qnNFbh7jC16_VIjWFnIvm6ZyRbb/view?usp=sharing glass etching examples: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-Wcd--G0sU3NZU0upBkS7OMy93W_3i4P/view?usp=sharing  

020 Water Bottle Luminaria ages 9+

3 min

These water bottle Luminarias are easy to make and create a festive glow for our chili cook-off. Students can collect water bottles to be upcycled for this project. The supplies are basic, and glow sticks can be used instead of the battery operated tea lights. Step-by-step instructions and images: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oU4zMpaqIV0l9eIn1ymefxlcaoNsH5ua/view?usp=sharing

019 Mosaic Cup Lanterns ages 4+

6 min

This mosaic cup lantern glows and has the look of stained glass. An alternate version for older kids uses dry, fall leaves and pressed flowers on mason jars. Use the lanterns to decorate a school event, on the dinner table, or as a night light. Sample Lantern: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TXytJlkSJwP8p3W4pm_kNz9Uxe4ZP8WO/view?usp=sharing  

018 Pop Art Prints and Collage ages 11+

7 min

How do you explain to students why screen-printed soup cans hang in a museum and are worth millions of dollars? This episode has the answer to that question and more by learning about 1950s and '60s pop culture artists. Learn how to create a unique pop art design for today's pop culture. Included are detailed instructions on turning that design into a print and also on how to create a personal pop art collage. handout on current pop culture brands: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NZn72F621KnHFvKTIL_MNTVUpuqmE_24/view?usp=sharing   samples of pop art paintings: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1itRrN4FkEyIRvLdQJQn76fO_FLE7Jok2/view?usp=sharing  

017 Printmaking 101 ages 11+

13 min

This podcast has everything you need to learn the process of printmaking. Supply list, class room set-up, transferring a line drawing onto a printing block backwards, cutting into the printing block safely, applying ink, making prints and clean-up. Even the process of signing and numbering the prints   Extra information on expanding this lesson includes suggestions for using creative paper, adding color and stamp-making.    Images of sample drawing, block and prints: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rP2XoOshLU4pu5ehZ8WPuylvKVUGa9Q4/view?usp=sharing      

016 Tlingit Animal Drawings ages 11+

7 min

Learn about the First Nation Tlingit people of Southeast Alaska. Use their graphic and simplified line work to draw an animal that represents you or your family. Take the project further and create a totem pole.   ages 11+ Project examples: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bv-7EuPUSYVeOAJE2xNtgBs2eU6QSS8l/view?usp=sharing   Tlingit Animal Sheet: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DONrSQ0J0yQKQ8MUYrKevg6u7NLY6yLC/view?usp=sharing  

015 Symmetry Prints (printmaking) ages 8+

7 min

This is an introduction to printmaking for younger students. The project uses a pencil to carve into a foam plate instead of sharp tools with a printing block. Create a symmetrical design and transform it into a real art print.  ages 8+ Step-by-Step pictures: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1D25G9UMb5sqEAjmLBr5ERKf5SPwSpZQi/view?usp=sharing  

014 Prints& Stamps (printmaking) PreK-7

7 min

This podcast covers printmaking for young children and making stamps. The book, "The Shape of Things" is our inspiration for using squares, circles and triangles to draw pictures. This is an easy introduction to the mature craft of printmaking made simple for children ages 4-7. pictures of kids in action making prints & stamps: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EmqRT8Vv8ol-3llNTIlxjUEAh3eBUpA9/view?usp=sharing  

013 Art Nouveau Feathers (line) ages 9+

5 min

Art Nouveau is an art movement from the late 1800s through the early 1900s that used anything from nature as inspiration. Louis Comfort Tiffany's stained glass work is used as an example of flowing, organic lines and forms. Use feathers, flowers, shells and insects to inspire your art students to create an Art Nouveau style line drawing in colored pencil.  ages 9+ Student example:   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1r73x8SLx7JqjOeGaLs77WAYNHQtg7zdL/view?usp=sharing

012 Right Brain Drawing ages 11+

11 min

Can anyone learn to draw? This lesson works through exercises in the book, "Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain" and will make an artist out of anyone who wants to learn to draw.   ages 11+ https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Df4iQqNay45NFsGLF3zgNgnExfW41JHY/view?usp=sharing https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Df7bjqRpbvkFEWSCUIj1AvtRQsVHQ-oU/view?usp=sharing https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rMolihLrfxba27Fq6R-ODcf1W9yN5QCW/view?usp=sharing https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mm5leizMyS8g9tKP0VS_Jh80avUnTCTp/view?usp=sharing https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LPh-x_b0oKranX2luThvBknYJkLU0UtJ/view?usp=sharing  

011 Graffiti Names (line) ages 9+

6 min

Students will create their names in graffiti... legally, and we will discuss the mysterious artist, Banksy. Simply trace letters from a sample graffiti alphabet sheet (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KYOsbROjMEpD7cJhHrjHewhfZwGFlINW/view?usp=sharing) and learn how to add color and shadow to make it look 3-D. Also learn about the current art movement, Street Art, and how graffiti artists took it off the the streets and into museums and auction houses. For ages 9 & up. Banksy Samples: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SRpdRrpADv5nguGvscnBSBSAIXZMFgff/view?usp=sharing  

010 Candy Wrapper Design (line) ages 9+

5 min

Learn about the story quilts by Harriet Powers. Take a look at samples of different candy, then create your own. Redesign an existing candy or make one up from your imagination. Get creative! Does your candy have a super power? Does it taste like cherry then turn to pickle flavor? Is it hard candy that is specially made for braces? Is it invisible gum you can chew at school?  Quilt Squares: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QGO76sGnZD_BvU2YWMGVrkuzuolJS1z4/view?usp=sharing Candy Wrapper Samples: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gOWg-bhLMbP3rEtQ-67qWZZM9DQUr5fV/view?usp=sharing  

009 The Art of Money (Line) ages 9+

6 min

Redesign the U.S. one dollar bill... or currency from anywhere; real or imaginary. We will look at currency from around the world, take a closer look at our $1 bill, and learn about the symbolism used in our money. Dollar Bill: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GqQp9QJRltc1TB4aHeRyz5ciuXEzxOKg/view?usp=sharing Student Samples: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aCu3_qo5tg_4o5LcE6PEDQ4eg0bO5iD_/view?usp=sharing

008 Lines That Wiggle (Line) PreK-2nd

3 min

Lines are everywhere you look. Use line to draw your own wacky monster inspired by the book, "Lines That Wiggle" using basic supplies. For students in Pre-K through 2nd grade.

006 Picasso Wire Line Drawing (Line)

6 min

Picasso's line drawings of animals are beautiful in their simplicity. Use soft, colored wire instead of a pencil to trace a line drawing or create an original one. No special tools required. Ages 11 and up    YouTube companion video: https://youtu.be/pG2-xna2tmE www.PabloPicasso.net/drawings Line Drawing Template: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Y0SD2quXJlxSXqVyOTZsw-82x70Y8pHc/view?usp=sharing Picasso Animal Drawings: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xr1b9xWJww9r995xpM4svwBEf96k8PYg/view?usp=sharing Student Sample 1: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g5Oj1D8jScAvVqE83Cazu_Iu38hzB0ak/view?usp=sharing Student Sample 2: https://drive.google.com/file/d/11iaxytVhu2YFKW2kucKJheC9_COdOEJo/view?usp=sharing  

005 Black Glue Leaves (line)

7 min

This project emphasizing line, works well for grades 3-8 and explores 3 different media: oil pastel, black glue and watercolor. The project is a beautiful oil pastel leaf outlined in black glue with a hazy watercolor background. The lesson lists the supplies, instructions on how to make some of the supplies on your own, step-by-step guidance through the project, and things to look out for when the kids are working with wet media. The result is definitely frame-worthy.   YouTube companion video: https://youtu.be/lMiI9kry3E4 www.VizArtInk.com https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FA6lonaI8xJLuTO_gDwbSLQ7r9GlzFv2/view?usp=sharing https://drive.google.com/file/d/1F39xi5wxCEcRtdWH-Yn_XMyqL-ACtVI1/view?usp=sharing  

004 A Line is a Dot That Went for a Walk (Line)

5 min

"A line is a dot that went for a walk". The quote is by Swiss and German artist, Paul Klee and is a playful definition of the most simple form of art: LINE. This lesson is an imaginative way for kids to create line art that tells a colorful story. YouTube companion video: https://youtu.be/Rr5OK31WcDg   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ImZieqMwiC7DHFTMSCiao4arQUzu4A1F/view?usp=sharing

003 The Dot

7 min

Get kids ready to open their imaginations with the book, "The Dot", by Peter H. Reynolds. Make a mark and see where it takes you! This podcast will lead you through a lesson on how dot-making and line drawing turns a circle into something special as well as inspiration for creating your own, "Itty Bitty Art Show".   YouTube companion video: https://youtu.be/7krhuxf1iEk https://drive.google.com/file/d/191CBv7Ylty5DpsuQC5k-XymyKe92FaFO/view?usp=sharing

002 First Day of Art Class

12 min

Your art room is creative and inspiring, your art supplies are organized, and now all you need are the kiddos. This podcast describes the first day of art class and will cover: Talking to students about rules and expectations, A game called, "Guess the Medium", The weekly, "Spotlight Artist", the basic elements of art covered through the school year, and sketch books for each student.  YouTube companion video: https://youtu.be/bqx2GEucgmc "1st day of class" form, conduct form, animal posters, spiral bound sketch book pic: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XjigwT4qbY60Onc5vkT7GJUXg76ZjPRG/view?usp=sharing

001 Teacher In-Service

12 min

Art class set-up and art supply organization. A tour of the art room and links to pics.  YouTube companion video: https://youtu.be/bqx2GEucgmc Art room organization, tour and graphics: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DVG92rrgvM6289lFQgyqZUUguLvj_wE2/view?usp=sharing Art Design Element Grahics:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rz3yh5MzB3H5sUTunZJrlkJl_Q45XIai/view?usp=sharing 

Art Class Time Trailer

1 min

Do you love teaching art more than planning lessons or do you simply not have the time? I want to share the art curriculum I’ve developed over the years with you. Each project begins with a supply list with options for different budgets, an inspiring story about an artist or art movement, classroom set-up, instructions for the project with links to graphics and a companion video, and clean-up. Even tips on classroom management and organization. My name is Christie and I teach art to kids ages 4 to 14 in Houston, Texas. I want to be your favorite source for art lessons so you can spend less time planning and more time teaching art. Support the show

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