Real artists don’t follow the rules—just ask Miró
Joan Miró was a Spanish artist who turned dreams into art. His paintings are full of playful shapes, bright colors,…
A blend of tradition and art – create a clay masterpiece like Maria Martinez!
Inspired by the incredibly talented potter Maria Martinez, we offer a unique curriculum using magic modeling clay. Here’s what makes…
How Michelangelo changed the future of architecture
Michelangelo was a true master of art, architecture, and sculpture. He painted, he carved, he designed. And he did it…
Who needs a paintbrush when you have scissors? (Henri Matisse)
Meet Henri Matisse. The French master of bold colors, playful shapes, and art that makes you feel happy. He started…
History lessons are better with scissors and glue (Jacob Lawrence)
Meet Jacob Lawrence – a trailblazing African-American artist who captured history with bold colors and abstract shapes. He’s known for his Migration…
This Simple Foil Project Turns Your Classroom Into a Gallery (Klimt)
Meet Gustav Klimt – a visionary artist whose work literally shines. Born in Austria in 1862, Klimt’s Golden Style turned…
Can one “mistake” change art history forever? (Maria Martinez)
Maria Martinez (1887-1980) Meet Maria Martinez—a legendary potter from the Pueblo tribe in New Mexico. Known for her famous black-on-black pottery,…
Some say abstract art is meaningless. They’re wrong. (Paul Klee)
Have you ever wondered what it feels like to step into a dream? Paul Klee, the Swiss-German artist and musician,…
Start 2025 with Meet the Masters and giving young artists the gift of creativity
Happy New Year! 2025 is the perfect time to plan for growth and creativity in your classroom. And what better…
Why Hopper’s paintings feel like a mirror to life.
Edward Hopper’s works are characterized by their attention to light and shadow, as well as their evocative use of color…