Author: Unschooled
Kara Walker: How Race & Society Influenced Her Art
Content Warning: Much of Kara Walker’s art contains innuendo and some nudity. The videos in this article briefly show “A Subtlety”, a nude female sculpture. Understanding Kara Walker Let’s be honest—art that makes you uncomfortable is often the most important art to understand. Kara Walker, born November 26, 1969, in Stockton, California, has built her…
Who was Jacob Lawrence? The Harlem Renaissance Migration Series Artist
Who was Jacob Lawrence, and why is his Migration Series considered one of America’s most important art collections? If you’re an art teacher or homeschool parent looking to introduce students to influential American artists, Jacob Lawrence should be at the top of your list. His paintings tell the stories of African-Americans during one of the…
Who Was Romare Bearden?
Romare Bearden (1911-1988) was a mostly self-taught American artist best known for his collage work. He is considered one of the most important collage artists of the 20th century. Bearden drew inspiration from African art, Cubism, jazz, the Harlem Renaissance and the everyday experiences of Black Americans. Bearden’s collages were innovative, blending African art with…
Who was Grant Wood?
Grant Wood (1891-1942) was an American painter and a leading figure in the American Regionalist art movement. He is best known for his iconic painting, “American Gothic,” which has become a symbol of rural America and American art in general. Wood captured the essence of American life during the early 20th century, often with a…
How to Plan Easy Engaging Homeschool Art Lessons
Unlock your child’s creativity! This guide provides a roadmap to crafting engaging homeschooling art lessons that will ignite their imagination. (148 characters)
Exploring Easy Doodle Art Ideas: Unleash Your Creativity
Doodling can be a mentally beneficial activity. This step-by-step guide is designed to explain doodle art for beginners, providing you with all the tools and techniques you need to get started on your doodling journey.
An Easy Guide to Color Theory & Painting Your Own Color Wheel
Introduction Color, as an essential element of art, plays a pivotal role in conveying emotions, setting the mood, and communicating ideas. Understanding color theory is crucial for artists, and one fundamental tool that aids in this understanding is the color wheel. In this article, we’ll delve into the basics of color theory, explore the significance…
Embracing Diversity: Homeschooling Parents Easy Strategy Guide
Introduction Art education stands as a cornerstone in the homeschooling journey, providing parents with a unique opportunity to nurture creativity and inclusivity within their children. This is partially the reason Unschooled Art was created….to help homeschooling parents provide a quality art education at home. In this article, we’ll explore specific and in-depth strategies for homeschooling…
Easy Lesson Plan Ideas for the First Week of Art Class
As we embark on the creative journey of another school year, the first week of school provides a great opportunity to do more than just introduce your classroom rules. Let’s use those first few lessons to practice essential procedures and learn about the elements & principles of art.
Easy Doodle Art for Beginners: Exploring the Element of Line
Doodle art is a handly way to teach beginning artists how to use line, shapes and depth to create interesting compositions. This article covers doodle art benefits as well as tips and tricks.
A Quick Guide for Art Teachers to Secure Art Grants and Art Funding
Greetings, fellow art enthusiasts and dedicated art educators! As art teachers, we understand the vital role funding plays in providing our students with enriching art experiences. However, securing financial support for art programs can often feel like a daunting task. Today, let’s discuss ways to unlock art funding opportunities through art grant writing and receiving…
Easily Explore Cultural Diversity in the Elementary Art Classroom
In today’s interconnected world, embracing cultural diversity is more important than ever. As elementary art teachers, we have a unique opportunity to foster understanding, empathy, and appreciation for different cultures through the power of artistic expression. In this blog post, we will explore the significance of celebrating multiculturalism in the classroom and look at ways…
A Complete Guide to Teaching Art on a Cart
Teaching art on a cart presents several challenges: Limited space, limited supplies and unknown variables such as what technology will be available in each classroom. In this comprehensive guide, I will explore practical strategies and in-depth tips for delivering engaging art lessons on the go. From setting up your mobile art studio to effectively managing…
How to Easily Teach Art History to Kids
Welcome! If you’re eager to find creative ways to teach art history to elementary students, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll explore practical strategies and engaging activities to make art history education come alive for young learners. From selecting influential artists to incorporating interactive games and virtual museum tours, we’ll provide…
8 High-Quality Art Supplies for Your Elementary Art Classroom
Hey there, Unschoolers! Today, we will be going over art supplies for elementary art classrooms. I’ll be exploring the most popular art supplies and dishing out all the details about the pros and cons of each art supply. I will link the specific products that I like to use, as well. So go ahead and…
4 Things Every New Art Teacher Should Do Before the First Day of Class
Taking a look back in time, I remember being incredibly nervous about what my first day of class would look like. Up until that point, there had always been some type of safety net: my supervising teacher during internship, my professors during field experience, etc. I became woefully aware that suddenly I would be all…
Easy Please Mr. Panda Elementary Art Lesson Encourages Literacy
Elementary art lesson using line, based off of the illustrations seen in “Please, Mr. Panda” series of children’s books.
Pass Your Praxis Art Content Knowledge (5134) Exam with 4 Simple Tips
A few years ago, I decided to go back to school and earn a degree in Art Education. I had always had a love of art history, drawing and photography. While pursuing my degree, I had many checkpoints that I had to meet. Among them were my Core Subjects Praxis test and the more specialized…
