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Mary Blair-inspired Mixed Media Art for Kids

Mary Blair-inspired Mixed Media Art for Kids

by Emily | Art Projects, Famous Artists, Uncategorized

Celebrate the whimsical art of Mary Blair with this fun mixed media project inspired by Disney’s It’s a Small World ride! It’s a world of laughter, it’s a world of tears. It’s a world of hopes and a world of fears. There’s so much that we share that it’s time we’re...
Candle Jar Craft Inspired by the Art of Ted Harrison

Candle Jar Craft Inspired by the Art of Ted Harrison

by Emily | Crafts, Famous Artists

Grab some tissue paper and a jar or two! Today we’re making tissue paper votive holders inspired by Ted Harrison and his Yukon paintings. I don’t think it’s possible to view Ted Harrison’s work without smiling. Through his bold use of color, playful lines, and love...
Fun & Easy Ink Bleed Art Inspired by Paul Klee

Fun & Easy Ink Bleed Art Inspired by Paul Klee

by Emily | Art Projects, Famous Artists

Are you studying the life and art of modernist Paul Klee with your kids? We’ve got a fun and easy ink bleed art project to enjoy while you learn! *This post contains referral links for recommended items; this means I could receive compensation if you take action...
Soak Stain Painting for Kids Inspired by Helen Frankenthaler

Soak Stain Painting for Kids Inspired by Helen Frankenthaler

by Emily | Art Projects, Famous Artists

Introduce your young artists to abstract expressionist Helen Frankenthaler through this fun and easy soak stain art project! *This post contains referral links for recommended items; this means I could receive compensation if you take action through one of these...
Awesome Books to Have on Hand for Easy Artist Study

Awesome Books to Have on Hand for Easy Artist Study

by Emily | Famous Artists

Need some book suggestions to help you explore the lives and art of the masters with your kids? You’ll want to add these awesome titles to your reading pile because they are perfect to have on hand for quick and easy artist study! Most of these books about...
Kandinsky-Inspired Ink Tile Art for Kids

Kandinsky-Inspired Ink Tile Art for Kids

by Emily | Art Projects, Famous Artists

Celebrate the life and art of Wassily Kandinsky with this colorful Kandinsky-inspired ink tile art project! *This post contains referral links for recommended items; this means I could receive compensation if you take action through one of these links.* Our ink tile...
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There is nothing more beautiful to me than seeing There is nothing more beautiful to me than seeing the colorful summer wildflowers growing in an abandoned field or even alongside an old country road. So in this Celebrate Summer lesson, we recreate a wildflower garden by splattering paint around our canvas! Find it on Masterpiece Society to join in on the fun! 🌷
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Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea is a classic Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea is a classic, loved by readers for over a century, and it's not hard to see why! 

Captain Nemo and his fearless crew go on an adventure of a lifetime, traversing the mystifying world of the sea, and encountering strange creatures and incredible places across the ocean floor! In this art lesson, we celebrate this classic by recreating the giant squid that the crew of the Nautilus meets. Journey with us through the ocean depths in this art lesson, found at Masterpiece Society! 🐙⚓
In this lesson from our Art through the Ages: Medi In this lesson from our Art through the Ages: Medieval Art course, we create three separate pieces inspired by Kufic script using the words: love, joy, and peace!

Kufic script is believed to have been developed around the end of the 7th century in Kufa, Iraq, and is the artistic practice of hand lettering (calligraphy) utilizing the Arabic alphabet. Learn more about it in our historical art course, found only on Masterpiece Society! 📜
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Do you love the vibrant colors and intricate desig Do you love the vibrant colors and intricate designs of Medieval art? Why not try your hand at making an arabesque? 

An arabesque is a form of “surface pattern” design that takes on many forms, from geometric patterns to intricate, spiraling stems and vines. Each of these design styles can be combined in infinite shapes and patterns. 

Explore the arabesque in this lesson from our Art Through the Ages: Medieval Art course, found exclusively on Masterpiece Society! ⚜
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Did you know July is considered World Watercolor M Did you know July is considered World Watercolor Month? To celebrate, create this abstract watercolor bouquet  with us in this month's Masterpiece Moms lesson, found in our exclusive members-only Masterpiece Society course! 💐
Make a splash with art this summer in our Under th Make a splash with art this summer in our Under the Sea mixed media art course! Made for students in kindergarten through 2nd grade, we create all kinds of sea creatures in a variety of art mediums: from octopuses to sea turtles, sharks to jellyfish, and more! These lessons are perfect for fun summer projects to keep creativity alive. Find the course on Masterpiece Society to dive into art this summer!🐙
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There’s nothing quite like summertime—long, lazy d There’s nothing quite like summertime—long, lazy days playing outdoors in the hot sunshine, eating homemade ice cream or juicy watermelons, catching lightning bugs just after sunset, or camping out in the backyard at night. Kids live for summer when they’re as free as birds! But sometimes they get a little bored too… So, why not pour some glasses of lemonade and read some beautiful summer poems for a refreshing change of pace?

Our summer copywork pack is  packed with summer-themed poetry and accompanying copywork sheets for primary through high school grades, making it the perfect activity for homeschoolers returning to school during these late summer days! Find some of the poems in our "12 Summer Poems" post on Awaken to Delight for a small sample of what's inside! 🔆
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Juicy, delicious citrus fruits are always a part o Juicy, delicious citrus fruits are always a part of our summer. Who doesn’t love a tall, cold glass of fresh squeezed lemonade on a hot summer day? In this project, we recreate that feeling by painting colorful citrus fruit slices! Join us in our Celebrate Summer art course to start a new summer side-quest! 🍋🍊🍋
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Celebrate the moon landing with this fun and FREE Celebrate the moon landing with this fun and FREE mixed media art lesson! On July 16, 1969, Neal Armstrong made history by becoming the first man to walk on the moon, coining the famous line, "One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind."

In this lesson, we play with tissue paper and paint, creating a uniquely-textured moon collage! It's a simple, hands-on process that's perfect for artists of all ages- find it in our "Mixed Media Moon Art" blog post on Masterpiece Society! 🌕
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One of my favorite childhood memories is catching One of my favorite childhood memories is catching lightning bugs, putting them in a jar, and watching them blink and glow before releasing them back into the summer night air! To capture a snapshot of summer, why not make an art piece featuring these beautiful insects? Find it in our Celebrate Summer art course to create a summer memory you can hold on to forever! 🌟
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Gustav Klimt's birthday is this Monday! Klimt is b Gustav Klimt's birthday is this Monday! Klimt is best known for his “Golden Phase” artworks, during which he created a series of paintings with gold leaf, making use of intricate and repetitive patterns and textures. In this Art Escapades lesson, we create a piece inspired by his most famous painting: The Kiss! Find the course on Masterpiece Society to begin your art adventure! 💛
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Reptiles and amphibians have always held a special Reptiles and amphibians have always held a special place in my heart! They may not be furry, feathery or cuddly, but they are still adorable (in their own weird way – except when you have to feed them live insects! Ick!) Pay homage to our scaly friends with this chameleon art lesson, part of our Pet Portraits art course! Grab it at Masterpiece Society to get started! 🦎💚
Do you love the tales of King Arthur and his galla Do you love the tales of King Arthur and his gallant knights of the Round Table, and wish you, too, could live in the Age of Chivalry? In this art lesson, we create the Code of Chivarly using acrylics and charcoal- the perfect reminder for any aspiring knight! Find this lesson and more like it in our Art of the Round Table course, celebrating all things King Arthur!📜⚔
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With summer comes the sunshine and the opportunity With summer comes the sunshine and the opportunity for kids to finally spend more time outside! These easy and fun summer nature crafts for kids and teens are a great way to get them outside to enjoy the nicer weather. They will love hunting down objects in the backyard and using those nature items to craft! 

We’ve included some crafts for younger children and some for older children and teens. Each craft brings in elements of the summer season, and make  great learning opportunities, so head over to the "Stunning Summer Nature Crafts" post on Awaken to Delight to check them out! ☀
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Having been raised by wolves, Mowgli grew up in th Having been raised by wolves, Mowgli grew up in the wild, with a whole jungle for his backyard! Here he encountered all manner of wild animals—panthers and bears and monkeys and tigers—at every turn.

In this LitARTure lesson, we paint a jungle landscape from The Jungle Book, while drawing inspiration from Henri Rousseau's jungle scenes- find it on Masterpiece Society to get started! 🐻
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