Drawing artefacts is a great way to introduce both sculpture and different cultures into your art lessons. There are two versions of this one-page download: one with the spelling ‘Artefact’ (UK) and one with ‘Artifact’ (USA). This bronze Roman head was created in the 1st half of the 1st century CE. It was discovered in […]
This project is named ‘Half & Half Trees’ as the artwork students create is half collage, half drawing. This project is in collaboration with artist MSillo. During this project students will: Included in this download: There are many more drawing and natural forms projects on The Arty Teacher website.
These chiaroscuro portrait sketches are a challenging task and definitely for your more able students. The worksheet explains what chiaroscuro means and asks your students to sketch the portraits aiming to use lights and darks to create depth and drama. Included in this download: Materials required: An HB pencil to start sketching, a soft pencil […]
I bet you know some students who will love these! 10 ‘complete the missing half’ symmetrical aliens. These are great for encouraging engagement in drawing where detail and a range of tones/values are the aim. There are more observational drawing downloads on The Arty Teacher website. Alternatively, you might be interested in Halloween art lessons.
I set up The Arty Teacher because I have a passion for my subject that I want to share with other art teachers around the world.
I have been a high school art teacher for over 20 years, so I understand what it’s like to be in front of a class of students, often with very different abilities and attitudes.
I wanted to develop resources that would help teachers to bring out the best in every student in every class. I also wanted to free-up staff from time-consuming lesson preparation to let them focus instead on delivering exciting, motivating, dynamic lessons, supported by excellent resources.
