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Simple Paper Crafts

by Heather Vogler | Oct 24, 2018 | Extracurricular | 0 |

I was certain it would only be a twenty-four hour bug. It lasted seventy-two. Yes, three days of...

Preserving Picasso

by Heather Vogler | Feb 23, 2018 | Getting Organized | 0 |

The first time your child runs up to you, crayon-drawn picture in hand and declares, “mom, I made this for you,” doesn’t your heart just melt? Here are a few tips for keeping, displaying, and cherishing these masterpieces for years to come.

Frogs & Center of Interest (Art Through the Year Season 2 Episode 7)

by Sharon Jeffus | Jul 11, 2017 | Interactive Lessons | 0 |

In this lesson, we will study an important principle of design (art)—center of interest or emphasis. The center of interest is where we first look when viewing a picture or work of art. First, we’ll look at master artists, and see how they use this principle of design in their artwork. Then we’ll apply this principle to create a center of interest in our own pictures.

Jungle Fun in Art (Art Through the Year Season 2 Episode 5)

by Sharon Jeffus | Feb 14, 2017 | Interactive Lessons | 2 |

In this lesson, we will study jungles and one of their beautiful inhabitants—monkeys. So far in this series, we’ve studied the elements of art: line, shape, texture and color. We will introduce the next element of art in this lesson: value. First, we’ll look at jungle paintings by master artist Henri Rousseau, and learn how he interpreted their values of color.

Horses in Color (Art Through the Year Season 2 Episode 4)

by Sharon Jeffus | Jan 17, 2017 | Interactive Lessons | 0 |

In this lesson, we will study beautiful horses—a popular subject in art. So far in this series, we’ve studied the elements of art: line, shape and texture. We will introduce the fourth element of art in this lesson: color.

Rabbits in Art (Art Through the Year Season 2 Episode 3)

by Sharon Jeffus | Nov 21, 2016 | Interactive Lessons | 0 |

In this lesson, we are going to study rabbits—a precious subject in art. Using the elements of art, line and shape, we’ll define the structure of rabbits, but most important in this lesson, we’ll cover texture, another element of art. First, we’ll look at paintings by master artists and learn how they interpreted rabbits in nature. Then we’ll use the elements of art to create our own pictures.

Trees in All Seasons (Art Through the Year Season 2 Episode 2)

by Sharon Jeffus | Oct 24, 2016 | Interactive Lessons | 0 |

Create trees throughout the seasons! In this lesson, you’ll learn about line, shape, and texture: the first three elements of art. Enjoy works of art from the masters like Van Gogh, Signac, and more. Using lines and shapes, you’ll get to create your own works of art inspired by the masters, then color them to make them your very own.

Line and Shape with Swans (Art Through the Year Season 2 Episode 1)

by Sharon Jeffus | Sep 7, 2016 | Interactive Lessons | 1 |

Learn to draw a graceful swan and a beautiful ballerina! In this lesson, you’ll learn about line & shape: the first two elements of art. Be inspired by impressionistic artwork like Degas’ ballerinas, or the early American naturalist works of Audobon. Using lines and shapes, you’ll get to create your own works of art inspired by the masters, then color them to make them your very own! Includes a short Bible lesson based on Psalm 139:14 and the classic children’s story, The Ugly Duckling.

Art Through the Year with Sharon Jeffus – Lesson 12 – Flowers & Canvas Painting

by Sharon Jeffus | Jun 29, 2016 | Interactive Lessons | 1 |

Take a journey through art with Sharon Jeffus! In this lesson, you’ll explore the world color and value using still-life flower scenes. Take a look at works by Monet and Escher, and copy a painting by Christine Løvmand.

Art Through the Year with Sharon Jeffus – Lesson 11 – Seascapes & Ocean Life

by Sharon Jeffus | Apr 25, 2016 | Interactive Lessons | 4 |

Take a journey through art with Sharon Jeffus! In this lesson, you’ll take to the sea to discover how master artists like Winslow Homer used value and texture to create high-contrast seascapes. You’ll copy Homer’s “A Fishing Schooner,” then create a dramatic storm scene. Wrap it up by making sea creatures from terra cotta clay.