This powerpoint includes artwork by MC Escher and a few other op artists. It explores space and form and includes many examples of op art projects. There are demo videos that show how to do one of the optical illusions and is optional in a bundle.
This is a basic powerpoint that shows the steps to create this radial symmetry project. It is meant to go with the demo videos which are in my store. I recommend purchasing the bundle instead of this solo powerpoint because the bundle includes the demo videos.
This is the scaffolded worksheet that goes with the Name tag project. For elementary students I only used the first page. For middle school-high school, I used the 2-4th page as well. Rubric is optional. Check out my store for this project bundle that incldes a demo video.
This Mandala ppt has a few slides regarding the history of Mandalas. It includes student work examples as well as daily warm ups related to Mandalas and principles of design. I used this project teaching Junior high and high school and the results were always great. It's a 3 part project beginning with graphite Mandalas, then Ink Mandalas, and lastly acrylic mandalas. I used chip board for the acrylic paintings and had student cut it down to size. Students were quiet doing this project, it can b
This is a great project for students to share a bit about themselves and get to know each other. The powerpoint is included in this page and shows student examples, however this project is part of a bigger bundle that includes the scaffolded worksheet and a demo video. Check out my page for the bundle.
This ppt goes with a bundle I have in my store. The bundle includes 2 demo videos that show step by step instructions in creating this project. Great end of the year project, back to school project, or intro to perspective project.
This is designed to be part of the world research project bundle. It can be used midway or through the final part of the project for students to reflect and share their work with peers. It's also a good activity for comparing and contrasting artwork.
A note taker with different art frames for different sections. Customize it by inserting text with word. Or leave it to your students to fill in! Use this as a template for a family portrait project.
I do my best to model projects using vocabulary and anticipating misconceptions I've seen over the years. Often I reference anchor charts and add elements that make the videos more interesting for students.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Cum Laude and Summa Cum Laude.
My own education history
I received a BFA in Art Education and a MA in Art Education.
Additional biographical information
Currently I teach elementary art in Tucson, Arizona.
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