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Optical Illusions 10 Step-by-Step Worksheets Middle School Drawing OP Art Packet
Optical Illusions 10 Step-by-Step Worksheets Middle School Drawing OP Art Packet
Optical Illusions 10 Step-by-Step Worksheets Middle School Drawing OP Art Packet
Optical Illusions 10 Step-by-Step Worksheets Middle School Drawing OP Art Packet
Optical Illusions 10 Step-by-Step Worksheets Middle School Drawing OP Art Packet
Optical Illusions 10 Step-by-Step Worksheets Middle School Drawing OP Art Packet
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Optical Illusions 10 Step-by-Step Worksheets Middle School Drawing OP Art Packet
Optical Illusions 10 Step-by-Step Worksheets Middle School Drawing OP Art Packet
Optical Illusions 10 Step-by-Step Worksheets Middle School Drawing OP Art Packet
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"My students loved using this resource to create optical illusions. I was worried that this might be too advanced for my 5th graders to do independently, but I was pleasantly surprised. They did great!"
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Jesse H.
"My kids loved making the optical illusions. The step by step instructions were clear and easy to follow. "
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martha k.

Description

OP Art art lesson that kids love to draw! Step-by-Step 10 Optical Illusion Art Design Packet! Easy Emergency Sub Plan Lesson! Suitable for grades 5-12! Middle School Student-tested favorite art project with printable worksheets and handouts!

  • These step-by-step, beginner-friendly worksheets make it easy for every learner to succeed while introducing key drawing skills and visual perception concepts.
  • Perfect for middle school art, emergency sub plans, no-prep days, or independent work, this resource includes clear instructions, printable handouts, and guided examples that keep students engaged from start to finish.
  • It also works beautifully as an online or virtual art lesson for hybrid or digital classrooms.

  • Op Art is an easy drawing lesson for beginners that introduces art students to One-Point Perspective Drawing!
  • A step-by-step art activity to start a 2-D Drawing Unit!
  • 10 OP Art designs for students to choose from!
  • The instructions are easy enough for most students to follow on their own to free up the teacher to assist students who need more accommodation!
  • Duration: 3-4, 50-minute class sessions

Additional Benefits:

Besides learning the basics of One-Point Perspective this lesson can be used to:

•Provide practice using rulers with accuracy.

•Provide an opportunity to practice accurate craftsmanship.

•Provide an opportunity to create a Focal Point with contrasting color combinations.

•Teach about the Art Elements: Line, Color, Shape, Value, and Space!

•Introduces students to techniques to create the illusion of SPACE in artwork by
illustrating a decrease in size, placement on paper, and color value.

•Easy enough to follow that this can be used as a Distance Learning or Art Sub Plan activity!

This 23-page PDF includes:

•10 printable, step-by-step, illustrated handouts

•A worksheet to help students start their own unique optical illusion.

•A Cover Page and Table of Contents page to create a student-friendly packet so students can mix and match different illusions to produce more creative and original artworks based on each student’s favorite illusions.

•20 optical illusion examples to help students see the possibilities the

design handouts can help them to produce!

Techniques & Art Concepts:

  • Drawing with markers and rulers
  • One-Point Perspective
  • Application of the Space the Art Elements Line, Color, Shape, and Space to achieve the illusion of depth on a flat paper.
  • Design Principles: Color Contrast, Variety, Pattern, Repetition, Emphasis, Focal Point.

Design Process Support:

•The step-by-step worksheets have text instructions but also clear illustrations of each step to support visual learners.

•The table of Contents and instructional handout packet make this user-friendly for students, homeschool, and distance learners.

“I Can Statements”:

-I can… create the illusion of SPACE and DEPTH on a flat piece of paper.

-I can… apply One Point Perspective to a drawing to create an Optical Illusion.

-I can…create a Center of Interest.

I can… use 3 Art Elements to create Variety.

Give your students an exciting, confidence-boosting project that strengthens their 2-D drawing skills, teaches Optical Illusion design, and creates stunning results they’ll be proud to share.

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Optical Illusions 10 Step-by-Step Worksheets Middle School Drawing OP Art Packet

SparkleGal's Art Magic
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$8.00

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5th - 12th, Adult Education
Pages
23
Teaching Duration
4 days

What others say

"My students loved using this resource to create optical illusions. I was worried that this might be too advanced for my 5th graders to do independently, but I was pleasantly surprised. They did great!"
star
Jesse H.
"My kids loved making the optical illusions. The step by step instructions were clear and easy to follow. "
star
martha k.

Description

OP Art art lesson that kids love to draw! Step-by-Step 10 Optical Illusion Art Design Packet! Easy Emergency Sub Plan Lesson! Suitable for grades 5-12! Middle School Student-tested favorite art project with printable worksheets and handouts!

  • These step-by-step, beginner-friendly worksheets make it easy for every learner to succeed while introducing key drawing skills and visual perception concepts.
  • Perfect for middle school art, emergency sub plans, no-prep days, or independent work, this resource includes clear instructions, printable handouts, and guided examples that keep students engaged from start to finish.
  • It also works beautifully as an online or virtual art lesson for hybrid or digital classrooms.

  • Op Art is an easy drawing lesson for beginners that introduces art students to One-Point Perspective Drawing!
  • A step-by-step art activity to start a 2-D Drawing Unit!
  • 10 OP Art designs for students to choose from!
  • The instructions are easy enough for most students to follow on their own to free up the teacher to assist students who need more accommodation!
  • Duration: 3-4, 50-minute class sessions

Additional Benefits:

Besides learning the basics of One-Point Perspective this lesson can be used to:

•Provide practice using rulers with accuracy.

•Provide an opportunity to practice accurate craftsmanship.

•Provide an opportunity to create a Focal Point with contrasting color combinations.

•Teach about the Art Elements: Line, Color, Shape, Value, and Space!

•Introduces students to techniques to create the illusion of SPACE in artwork by
illustrating a decrease in size, placement on paper, and color value.

•Easy enough to follow that this can be used as a Distance Learning or Art Sub Plan activity!

This 23-page PDF includes:

•10 printable, step-by-step, illustrated handouts

•A worksheet to help students start their own unique optical illusion.

•A Cover Page and Table of Contents page to create a student-friendly packet so students can mix and match different illusions to produce more creative and original artworks based on each student’s favorite illusions.

•20 optical illusion examples to help students see the possibilities the

design handouts can help them to produce!

Techniques & Art Concepts:

  • Drawing with markers and rulers
  • One-Point Perspective
  • Application of the Space the Art Elements Line, Color, Shape, and Space to achieve the illusion of depth on a flat paper.
  • Design Principles: Color Contrast, Variety, Pattern, Repetition, Emphasis, Focal Point.

Design Process Support:

•The step-by-step worksheets have text instructions but also clear illustrations of each step to support visual learners.

•The table of Contents and instructional handout packet make this user-friendly for students, homeschool, and distance learners.

“I Can Statements”:

-I can… create the illusion of SPACE and DEPTH on a flat piece of paper.

-I can… apply One Point Perspective to a drawing to create an Optical Illusion.

-I can…create a Center of Interest.

I can… use 3 Art Elements to create Variety.

Give your students an exciting, confidence-boosting project that strengthens their 2-D drawing skills, teaches Optical Illusion design, and creates stunning results they’ll be proud to share.

You Also Might Like:

These Top-Rated Favorite Lessons from SparkleGal's Art Magic TPT Store!

Op Art Name Designs

Valentine's Op Art Heart in a Box- Worksheets/Coloring Pages

Saint Patrick's OP Art Shamrock Designs- Worksheets/Coloring Pages

Graffiti Name Designs Student-favorite!

Dragon Drawings! Color Pencil & Marker Techniques! Kids love these... so cool!

Art of Japan! Notan Designs Top-seller!

Value Shading Activity! 1 Day Sub Plan! 5-star Reviews!

Encoded Name Designs 1-2 Day Sub plan Activity! Top-rated!

*****************************************************************************

❤️ Thanks for visiting my SparkleGal's Art Magic TPT store!

⭐Please FOLLOW ME so you don't miss new products and updates!

I have so much more to share with you! ❤️

******************************************************************************

Customer Tips:

How to get TPT credit to use on future purchases:

• Please go to your My Purchases page (you may need to log in). Beside each purchase, you'll see a Provide Feedback button. Simply click it and you will be taken to a page where you can give a quick rating and leave a short comment on the product. Each time you give feedback, TPT gives you feedback credits that you use to lower the cost of your future purchases. I value your feedback greatly as it helps me determine which products are most valuable for your classroom so I can create more for you. ☺

Be the first to know about my new discounts, freebies, and product launches:

• Look for the green star★ next to my store logo and click it to become a follower. Voila! You will now receive email updates about this store. ☺

*****************************************************************************

©Susanne Reisterer SparkleGal’s Art Magic❤️ I appreciate your support!

Report this resource to TPT
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Great Resource!
Rated 5 out of 5
May 29, 2026
Met expectations
Great value
My students loved using this resource to create optical illusions. I was worried that this might be too advanced for my 5th graders to do independently, but I was pleasantly surprised. They did great!
47 reviews • California
Grades taught: 5th
Student populations: Emerging bilinguals, Learning difficulties
Great resource
Rated 5 out of 5
April 26, 2026
Met expectations
Great value
My kids loved making the optical illusions. The step by step instructions were clear and easy to follow.
martha K.
358 reviews • Outside the United States
Grades taught: 4th
Great activity for when students are finished
Rated 5 out of 5
October 13, 2025
Met expectations
Great value
We have been working with visual skills. This was good.
Ann Beard Etier
(TPT Seller)
168 reviews • Mississippi
Grades taught: 6th, 7th, 8th
SparkleGal's Art Magic
Response from
SparkleGal's Art Magic
(TPT Seller)
Mar 11, 2026

Yes! I am glad this resource was helpful and student-user friendly ! Thanks!

Simplemand effective
Rated 4 out of 5
August 19, 2025
Met expectations
Great value
easy descriptions and following instructions is easy
stephanie G.
50 reviews
Grades taught: 8th
SparkleGal's Art Magic
Response from
SparkleGal's Art Magic
(TPT Seller)
Sep 6, 2025

Thank you for sharing this great feedback! I am so happy I was able to provide you with a useful and easy-to-use resource! Have a great year!

Creative and Engaging
Rated 5 out of 5
August 5, 2025
Met expectations
Great value
This was a fun activity to run in my art class. My students enjoyed creating their own after learning more about optical illusions.
Stephanie K.
387 reviews • California
Grades taught: 6th, 7th, 8th
SparkleGal's Art Magic
Response from
SparkleGal's Art Magic
(TPT Seller)
Aug 5, 2025

I love that this was a success! Optical illusions are always a winner! Thanks!

Rated 4 out of 5
June 18, 2024
This resource was a great project to use during our extended learning time workshops!
Justine Sandoval
(TPT Seller)
44 reviews
Grades taught: 6th, 7th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Student populations: Autism, Emerging bilinguals, Learning difficulties, Mild to severe disabilities
Rated 5 out of 5
June 18, 2024
My high school students find these engaging and challenging.
Keisha H.
201 reviews
Grades taught: 11th
Rated 5 out of 5
May 19, 2024
great for engaging end of year activities!!!! The students appreciated having some fun work to get them through the end of grading.
happy one
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1,258 reviews
Grades taught: 7th

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