Figurines

High school art students created small figurines out of clay using hand-building techniques.

Abstract or Realistic?

Abstract or Realistic? A student-led approach to teaching the element of Space. Students chose between creating a drawing using perspective or a notan using positive and negative space.

Safe City Winner

One of my students won second place for the Safe City contest at our high school. Safe City is a contest that several different districts in our area participate in. Each school puts together a team of teachers and administrators to choose a first, second, and third place winner. My students could choose to work…

Watercolor Animals

Create abstract and realistic watercolor animals using a variety of painting techniques.

Animal Containers

Create a cup or bowl using coil-building, then attach animal features. Functional and unique!

Independent Projects, Part 2

Independent Projects – a great way to encourage high school art students to think creatively and pursue their own projects.

Independent Projects

Independent Projects – Having a day for students to design their own projects gives them freedom and encourages them to complete their artwork.

VASE Art Contest

Students discussed their artwork with a panel of judges for the VASE Art Contest.