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I have taught Middle School Art for 34 years! I still love it! I love creating original, unique art lessons and strive to come up with fresh ideas every year. I also have enjoyed working as a mentor teacher for new art educators just entering the field.
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Graffiti Name Drawing Art Lesson | Easy First Week of School Project Grades 6–12
Graffiti lettering is easy to create! Looking for an engaging back-to-school graffiti drawing lesson? Try this Step-by-Step Graffiti Typography Art Project! A perfect Middle & High School Drawing Art Lesson (Grades 6–12). This student-approved Art activity teaches graffiti lettering, color theory (analogous color blending), and creative name design—all with color pencils.⭐ Perfect For: Middle & High School Visual Art classes (Grades 6–12) Sub plans, end-of-year projects, or intro to ty
6th - 12th
Graphic Arts, Other (ELA), Visual Arts
Value Shading Worksheet: Middle & High School –No Prep One Hour Art Sub Plan
Looking for a quick, no-prep art sub plan or a kid-friendly , skill-building shading activity? Try this Value Shading Worksheet—perfect for middle and high school drawing units! ⭐This printable Value Shading Worksheet is perfect for middle school and high school students! Designed to introduce your students to value and shading techniques, this resource is ideal for a one-hour lesson or as a supplement to your 2-D drawing curriculum. This easy-to-follow value shading worksheet guides stud
7th - 12th
Coloring Pages, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
Optical Illusions 10 Step-by-Step Worksheets Middle School Drawing OP Art Packet
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 re
5th - 12th, Adult Education
Coloring Pages, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
Secret Code Name Design- Art Elements & Principles-One Hour Sub Plan Lesson
Emergency Sub Plan & Easy Art Elements Art Activity! Need a quick, no-prep art sub plan that students love and that reinforces essential art skills? This Secret Code Name Design Art Lesson is a student-favorite activity where students turn their name into a hidden “secret code” design using lines, shapes, and creative symbols. Perfect for middle school and high school art, this lesson blends creativity with structure—making it ideal for emergency sub plans, early finisher work, or a quick 1–
5th - 12th
Visual Arts
Recycled Art Cardboard Sculpture Lesson – Abstract Face (Cubism) Middle School
Recycled Art Cardboard Sculpture Lesson – Abstract Face (Cubism Inspired) Students love this engaging recycled cardboard sculpture lesson where they create expressive abstract face sculptures inspired by Cubism and the work of artist Kimmy Cantrell. This project has been classroom-tested with 8th-grade art students and consistently becomes one of their favorite sculpture lessons. My students loved experimenting with recycled cardboard shapes, paint, and markers to build bold, imaginative fac
6th - 10th, Adult Education
African History, Art History, Visual Arts
Notan Cut Paper Art Project-Middle & High School Art Lesson -2D Design-Symmetry
Introduce students to this colorful and easy Japanese Art-Inspired Notan Cut Paper Art Project! A high color contrast and shape, 2D Art Elements & Principles Lesson for Middle & High School Art classes! Teach symmetry, contrast, and positive/negative space through this hands-on Notan art project—a favorite❤️ for 2D design lessons in middle and high school art classrooms! This low-prep, engaging activity explores key art elements and principles like balance, space, and color, all while connecti
6th - 9th, Adult Education
Graphic Arts, Japanese, Visual Arts
Middle & High School Art Lesson Autumn Leaves Drawing -Value Shading & Emphasis
Add this gorgeous Fall art lesson to your 2-D drawing curriculum! Wow your students with their ability to create these stunning value-shaded artworks! Great confidence builder that sets them up for success!This is an impressive back-to-school drawing to use during your Fall Art drawing unit!This Middle School or High School drawing resource will make it easy for you to help your art students to achieve beautiful results! This drawing project provides a great opportunity to show students how to a
6th - 11th, Adult Education
General Science, Visual Arts
All About Me Art Worksheets No Prep First Week Drawing Marker Colored Pencil Sub
! This 1st Week-of-Art Middle School or High School 2-Art lesson plan will help fill your entire 1st week of school! This drawing activity will make the beginning of the school year easier for you while ensuring a fun and engaging experience for your students. The first week's objectives are to; foster connectioncreativity self-expressionall while building a positive classroom environment. The first week can be hectic, but don't worry - this resource is here to make it easier for you! Here's h
7th - 10th
Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
Two-Point Perspective Castle- Value Drawing Lesson–Middle & High School Art
Students LOVE the medieval castle theme, and the dramatic value shading makes their drawings look truly impressive! This highly engaging project keeps middle and high school artists focused, motivated, and proud of their finished work. In this 12–14-day unit, students learn how to create realistic castles from multiple viewpoints while mastering two-point perspective, value shading, and implied textures. Step-by-step instruction packets, visual examples, and reference sheets support every studen
7th - 12th, Adult Education
European History, Middle Ages, Visual Arts
105 Doodle Art Designs & Line Patterns: Drawing Practice Worksheets Grades 4–12
Say goodbye to students staring at blank pages, saying, “I don’t know what to draw!” This 105 Line Pattern Designs packet is the ultimate classroom resource to inspire creativity and keep students engaged in any doodle art, line design, or sketchbook project. Perfect for upper elementary, middle school, and high school art students. These high-quality black & white printables are a must-have visual support for any art classroom, helping students generate ideas, practice patterns, and build
4th - 12th
Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
African Kente Cloth Weaving Lesson-Middle & High School Art Textiles Project
Weaving is a student favorite! Middle School and High School art students will enjoy combining yarns to create dazzling patterns on a cardboard loom with this easy textiles lesson!⭐ Bring the beauty and symbolism of African Kente weaving into your art classroom! ⭐This creative Middle and High School textiles project introduces students to the vibrant patterns, symbolic colors, and cultural meanings behind traditional Kente cloth from Ghana. Perfect for art teachers looking for an easy-to-teac
5th - 9th
African History, Art History, Visual Arts
No Prep Op Art Valentine’s Day Heart Drawing Lesson Sub Plan Middle High School
Valentine's Day Art Project or a QUICK Emergency Art Sub Plan Worksheet ready to go! Optical Illusion art is always a hit in middle school art class! Engaging Value Shading Practice for Middle School or High School art students that also reinforces contrasting color combinations! When you have to be gone but don't feel like a Sub can continue your lesson, sometimes you just need something fast and simple to keep kids engaged for the hour!⭐ This is a skill-building Value Shading Skills Prac
5th - 10th
Visual Arts
Paper Sculpture 3-D Middle School & High School Art Lesson Plan- Elements of Art
3D Art Paper Sculpture Lesson: Elements of Art & Principles of Design INTRO! Perfect Lesson for the First-Week-of-Art! Learn more about this 3D Organic Paper Sculpture Art Project for Middle School and High School Artists! ⭐ HIGHLIGHTS:Engage your art students with these dazzling student-tested, patterned organic forms! Designed to quickly introduce or review the Art Elements & Design Principles at the start of the semester! Helps your students to jump right into art-making and helps you to e
8th - 10th
Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
One Point Perspective Drawing Lesson – Name Design Art Project - Middle School
- Looking for a structured, engaging way to teach 1-point perspective drawing without overwhelm? Teach 1 Point Perspective drawing with confidence using this step-by-step name design art project for middle school. Students create bold 3D lettering while mastering horizon lines, vanishing points, and depth. Builds confidence while mastering foundational drawing skills that prepare them for more complex one-point perspective drawings later. ⭐ Who This Is For: ✔ Art teachers and Homeschool Ins
5th - 12th
Art, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
WORD SEARCH Art Elements 50 Vocabulary Words "Early-Finisher" Sub Plan Activity
Ready-to-Go! Art Vocabulary Word Search Puzzle for grades 4-12! Sometimes you just need "a little something" that is quick & easy! This puzzle will keep art students, who finish with only 10-15 minutes of class, occupied so others can concentrate on their projects while reviewing Art Elements and Design Principles vocabulary! Printable art puzzle activity with answer key ready to go! ⭐Related Products• 100 Line Pattern Designs! - 10 Art Handouts! Art Distance Learning Ready!• 35 Heart Doodl
5th - 10th
Visual Arts
Elements of Art: 24 Essential Handouts for Visual Arts Middle School High School
24 Art Elements Classroom Handouts! This packet is full of essential, student-friendly handouts for easily teaching the Art Elements to Upper Elementary, middle school, and high school art students. Print and laminate sets for your classroom! Make teaching the Elements of Art simple, visual, and effective with this must-have bundle of printable classroom handouts and student worksheets! Perfect for 2-D Secondary Art classes, this 24-page resource gives you ready-to-use reference materials and
5th - 9th
Art, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
No Prep St Patrick’s Day Op Art Shamrock Worksheet Sub Plan Value Shading 1 Hour
Need an easy, engaging St Patrick’s Day art lesson that actually teaches real skills? 🍀This Op Art shamrock value shading worksheet set is a print-and-go, 1-hour art sub plan or a flexible middle school and high school art lesson focused on value, shading, and color blending. Perfect for emergency sub plans, early finishers, bell ringers, sketchbook practice, or a seasonal art activity, these worksheets go way beyond simple coloring pages. Students practice graphite shading, colored pencil
7th - 9th
Coloring Pages, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
No Prep Groovy Color Contrast Name Design 2D Art Project First Week Middle High
Step back into the 60s with this easy middle school art or high school art typography drawing lesson!The step-by-step art handouts and the VIDEO TUTORIAL included in this lesson can be shown or sent online to students to create a groovy, 60's style-name design with a line optical illusion.After a lesson about Color Contrast and 1960s Album cover and poster designs, use this creative lettering design to challenge your students to draw their names using this cool typography method! Use this lesson
4th - 12th
Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
Middle School 3D Art Paper Mache Bird Sculptures - Painted Recycled Art Lesson!
Easy Papier-Mâché Bird Sculpture Lesson – Middle & High School Recycled 3D Art Project Create beautiful, eco-friendly papier-mâché bird sculptures with this easy recycled art lesson! Perfect for middle and high school 3D art units, students learn sculpture techniques, painting, and creative reuse while making unique bird projects. Step-by-step instructions and classroom-tested tips included! ⭐Papier Mache is a fun art project that can be made almost for free! An engaging 3-D Spring or Sum
5th - 12th, Adult Education
Visual Arts
Two Point Perspective Drawings! Birdhouses! Middle School 2D Spring Art Lesson
Two-Point Perspective Drawings with Sgraffito technique! A student-tested seasonal drawing to add to your Middle School or High School Art curriculum! This easy-to-teach Two Point Perspective lesson has been student tested with 8th-grade art students. Make it Seasonal! Surround the birdhouses with autumn leaves, pines, and red berries with glittery snowflakes or spring blooms! Versatile year-long use! Chalk and oil pastels add vibrant colors to these vibrant drawings. Enrich this lesson by tea
7th - 12th, Adult Education
Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
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About the store
Experience
I have taught Middle School Art for 34 years! I still love it! I love creating original, unique art lessons and strive to come up with fresh ideas every year. I also have enjoyed working as a mentor teacher for new art educators just entering the field.
Teaching style
I am structured and organized when I plan and teach lessons. I try to provide as much one-on-one help to students as possible. I really guide my students daily through the tasks of creating art. I am very much aware of the courage it takes for students to put their art ideas down on paper. I strive to find methods that help ALL students succeed in my class...and they do! I change lessons up frequently and have designed many original lessons myself. This keeps my class fresh and fun for the studnets and for me as well!
Awards & shining teacher moments
I won a contest sponsered by Amway Corporation my first year teaching! The contest theme was about saving the environment. My students and I won 2nd place. My school won $5,000.00 and I was able to fly with one student in the corporate jet to Chicago for a photoshoot. Our class photo was in Newsweek Magazine! My students created animal ink drawings that we made into notecards and sold. We donated the money to the National Arbor Day Foundation and the Rainforest Rescue Project.
My own education history
I graduated from Western Michigan University witha BS in Art Education. I take art classes every spring...for Professional Development but also to observe other teacher's teaching styles. Taking art classes helps me to never forget what it is like to be a student. Also, working with student interns keeps me updated on current trends and also keeps me on my toes as far as my teaching methods and skills. Everyday I teach, I learn. My amazing students teach things to me too!
Additional biographical information
I enjoy creating art of all kinds for fun, relaxation, and a little extra money. I had an Etsy shop for quite a while where I sold a variety of items. Sometimes art as simple as painted rocks or polymer clay ornaments, jewelry, soft sculpture, papier mache, and painted woodcarvings among other things. I love whimsical art. I have participated in many Michigan Summer art shows and winter craft shows. I love the process of creating and playing with color and pattern! I love to experiment with all kinds of media. Art is like play for me and I always try to keep it playful and fun for my students too!
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