In this session, students will learn to blend colors with oil pastels to create a beautiful landscape scenery. Students will be shown step by step how to use and blend colors with pastels. Single session
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VA-060 See You Later Alligator (PK-5)
Students will paint and color a precut alligator form and glue onto construction paper and we will talk about fascinating facts about this very large reptile that lives in our Louisiana Swamps. Single Session
VA-042 Jean-Michel Basquiat Dinosaurs (3-8)
Inspired by the bold energy of Jean-Michel Basquiat, students will create expressive dinosaur artworks using oil pastels and watercolor. This lesson invites students to explore emotion, symbolism, and color while learning about a groundbreaking Black artist who...
VA-043 Watercolor Christmas/Winter Cards (2-5)
In this festive session, students will design and paint their own holiday greeting cards using watercolor techniques. Students will explore winter themes, color palettes, and personal expression while creating meaningful art to share with loved ones. Single session
VA-039 100 Colors (K-5)
Students will explore color theory and experimentation by mixing 100 different hues using primary colors. This lesson encourages counting, creativity, and careful observation while introducing basic principles of color mixing and the infinite possibilities of paint....
VA-008 Appreciating our Veterans (PK-12)
In this session, students will pay homage to Veterans by creating a landscape featuring the American flag. During this session students will learn techniques used in landscape painting while gaining a deeper understanding of Veterans’ service to our country. The...
VA-040 Prairie Collage: Building Together (6-12)
Teamwork takes center stage as students work collaboratively to design and assemble a large-scale collage inspired by prairies and natural ecosystems. Students will reflect on themes of biodiversity, interdependence, and stewardship of the Earth. An activity that...
VA-037 Nature’s Solar prints (6-12)
In this session, the teaching artist will guide students through the process of creating their own sun-reactive compositions by laying out foliage on fabric and watching the magic happen! These alternative photographic images are created by using a dye designed to...
VA-038 Still Life Bouquet (PK-12)
This multi-step activity introduces students to the basics of observational drawing and mixed media painting. Students will first sketch fresh flowers in pencil, then add crayon for a wax-resist effect, and finally bring their compositions to life using watercolor....
VA-031 Wycinanki Papercut Flowers (2-8)
Discover a new artform – wycinanki, the Polish folk art of papercutting! Join teaching artist Sam Wróbel to create your own flower design paper cutting. Single session