“Mirror of Erised” Mixed Media Art Tutorial
Welcome back, friends, to Day 2 of Harry Potter inspired art! Yesterday, we did a simple chalkboard art piece to honor Snape's enduring love for Lily. Today, we're going to create a mixed media "Mirror of Erised." So, grab your supplies and let’s get started! You will...
“Always” Chalkboard Art Tutorial
Come have fun with this Harry Potter inspired art tutorial. In celebration of the 20th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, I have created several mixed media and hand-lettered art tutorials based on a few of my favorite quotes. Let's start out this...
Help Your Teen Overcome Creative Blocks
Here are a few suggestions to help your teen overcome creative blocks. Every artist has them, and each has to deal with them in his or her own way. Frustration, anxiety, that nagging feeling that you just can't measure up - as humans, we all go through these emotions...
Shakespeare Art Project
It is time for some Shakespeare art! Forget about Romeo & Juliet, Macbeth, or Hamlet. Here's a tutorial of a mixed-media "portrait" of one of the most famous artists, the man himself! In our family, we really love Shakespeare. We may not always understand what the...
Leonardo da Vinci – Renaissance Man
Want to learn more about Leonardo Da Vinci's art? In this study learn more about this Renaissance man. “Painting is poetry that is seen rather than felt, and poetry is painting that is felt rather than seen.” ~ Leonardo da Vinci Leonardo da Vinci was born on April 15,...
Master Artist Study Guide Packet
Want to introduce your kids to some of the most famous artists of all time? We've created several ways to do so. #1: You can grab these FREE "Master Artist Study Guide" packets by joining our email list below: Simply subscribe below to receive your free packets, and...
Vincent van Gogh – Passionate Genius or Madman?
“I am seeking, I am striving, I am in it with all my heart.” ~ Vincent van Gogh Vincent van Gogh was born on March 30, 1853 in Groot-Zundert, Holland. As the son of a pastor, he was raised in a strict, religious home and cultured atmosphere. However, Vincent struggled...
Georges Seurat – Founder of Pointillism
Georges Seurat was born in Paris, France on December 2, 1859 to wealthy parents. Georges studied art at the Municipal School of Sculpture and Drawing, then later moved to the School of Fine Arts (both of which were in Paris). He received a traditional, classic art...
Henri Matisse – The Wild Beast of Fauvism
“Creativity takes courage.” ~ Henri Matisse Henri Matisse was born on December 31, 1869 in Le Cateau-Cambrésis, France. His father, Émile, was a merchant, and his mother, Anna, worked alongside her husband in the family shop, advising customers in choosing...