Art: Expression of Imagination: "Sunset Nativity" by Sixth Grade

Art: Expression of Imagination: "Sunset Nativity" by Sixth Grade: We always seem to create a winter wonderland when creating our Christmas art. This is natural since we live in New England! But, my sixth gr...


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Super ideas and a brilliant teacher and students.

Harmony Art Mom: 10 Ideas For Art and Music Appreciation

Harmony Art Mom: 10 Ideas For Art and Music Appreciation: Real Life Experiences: 1. There is nothing like a visit to an art museum, seeing artwork up close and in its original size within a frame. ...

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Love this web site. Tons of info. and affordable lesson plans!

A Blessed Christmas to you all.

Image courtesy of squido lens by

"Praise be to the Lord, the God of Israel,
because he has come and redeemed his people.
He has raised a horn of salvation for us
in the house of David"

Luke 1:68 and69

Free Christmas downloads from Graphics Fairy

PAINTING ON THE EDGE: Painting from a Photograph

PAINTING ON THE EDGE: Painting from a Photograph: Caroline, at To Regions Solitary , had a photograph that one of her students had lent to her. We were discussing how to paint from it and s...

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Back in the seventies, I lived several years in Montrose, Scotland. I have never been back and probably never will, but I do enjoy seeing photos and paintings from there. This blog post from Keith Tilley is a watercolor tutorial with one of his beautiful paintings. Love his work. Check out his blog by clicking on the link. Enjoy.

Paintings by Maria Baluis: Watermelon Reflections

Paintings by Maria Baluis: Watermelon Reflections: 6" x 6" Oil on Masonite Sold Carol Marine posted this week's DPW Challenge titled, "The Upside Down Challenge" .  Carol wrote:  "O...

This painting by Maria Baluis, is so refreshing. And as everyone can tell by now, my eye is always drawn to blue. Click on web link to check out her web site. Enjoy.

Carol Marine's Painting a Day: Free the Others

Carol Marine's Painting a Day: Free the Others: Click Here to Bid I am back from Sedona but not quite rested enough yet to do a good recap of my class there. I had to get up at 3:30 t...

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Being an artist myself, I feel that I should be able to artistically critique the paintings and artists that I like. But alas, all I can come up with is..... Love this artist...love her use of colors and texture . Carol Marine is a very gifted painter. She creates small oil paintings almost daily and she sells them on her web site and blog. Check out her blog. Enjoy.

Andrew Wyeth's watercolor works

Watercolor Quick & Easy with Joyce Faulknor: Crystal and Glass

Sugar Plum Fairy by P.Tchaikovsky - Glass Harp LIVE (HD)

that artist woman: Paint & Paper

that artist woman: Paint & Paper: Here are some great lessons that focus on paint and paper.  I've organized them by degree with difficulty.  I have also included a Technique...

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Lots of fun art projects for your young artists.

Check out, www.thatartistwoman.org

CAROL SCHIFF STUDIO: BLUE RIDGE AUTUMN, 6X8, OIL

CAROL SCHIFF STUDIO: BLUE RIDGE AUTUMN, 6X8, OIL: I was busy with my palette knife last week.  I really enjoy painting with it but it takes a long time for the paintings to dry. Do you li...

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Love this impressionistic painting by Carol Schift. I have done several palette paintings and find them a great exercise for "loosing up". The texture and the colors are what drew me to this painting. Actually, I like all her work. Check out her blog.www.carolschiffstudio.blogspot.com...

Christmas Food Court Hallelujah Chorus...Merry Singing!

O Holy Night - Incredible child singer 7 yrs old - plz "Share"

The Christmas Song - Mel Torme and Judy Garland

Loads of Links.

Some of you might be confused when you come to this blog, thinking that it is solely an art blog. But as you can see, it is much more. I have included links for homeschooling, music and dance, books and reading. Due to chronic health issues, I have spent many a sleepless night surfing for quality links in these areas. It is amazing the talent, energy, creativity and time that goes into some of them. If you go to any of the links please leave comments and thanks to all these gifted authors.

Photo by Debbie Spring in Marshville 2011

爱莲说（古典舞女子群舞）

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The grandchildren and I were listening to samples of international music and they wanted to see some different dances. We watched this video and enjoyed it very much. It is a little long, but enjoyable to the end.

Testado, Provado e Aprovado!: APPLE PIE (in the apple)

Testado, Provado e Aprovado!: APPLE PIE (in the apple): Leia em  PORTUGUÊS

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Now this I will have to try !!! Looks easy and yummy!!

Postalguarelas: O esboço do dia / Today's sketch - 589

Postalguarelas: O esboço do dia / Today's sketch - 589

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Wish I could find the time to sketch everyday. This artist , Paulo J. Mendes from Portugal sketches in detail and has many beautiful colored sketches. One of my favorites. Check out his web site

Watercolor Reflections: Watercolor Project - Aspen on Watercolor Canvas

Watercolor Reflections: Watercolor Project - Aspen on Watercolor Canvas: Aspen on Watercolor Canvas Demo4 LWatry ©2011  I have finished the aspen on watercolor canvas. The following is a description of the fina...

SINKING SPRINGS ART: 4TH GRADE Vincent Van Gogh Inspired Still Life

SINKING SPRINGS ART: 4TH GRADE Vincent Van Gogh Inspired Still Life: 4th Grade artists at Sinking Springs create amazing pastell still life pieces! Each step taken in the process of making them is so interest...

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More student art from Sinking Springs.

SINKING SPRINGS ART: 5th Grade Creative Color Wheels

SINKING SPRINGS ART: 5th Grade Creative Color Wheels

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These color wheels are very creative . Love this idea. There are more creative art ideas from this art teacher and students.

Top 10 Most Famous Paintings .wmv

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Before you watch this, see if you can guess what the # 1 painting is.

Van Gogh's studio practice - Landscape at twilight

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This video will appeal to Van Gogh lovers. It is in Dutch with subtitles, but it is very interesting to see the brush strokes up close and discussed. It is rather long, but worth viewing.

Proverbs 22:6 Academy

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Tons of homeschool links in all subjects, freebies and downloads. Love their scripture copybook pages. Check it out.

The Red Shoes: Saturday Stuff.

The Red Shoes: Saturday Stuff.: The Terrace Before Breakfast.  Oil The trusty easel painting the Terrace before breakfast. Washing Line and Pegs. Oil, (slightly l...



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This artist comes from a long line of talented artists. I love the colors that she uses and her compositions are simple ,yet full of detail. Some detailed paintings seem to be too crowded, but not hers. She is one of my new favorites ! You can view Susan Wimperis' works at www.muddyredshoes.blogspot.com. Enjoy !

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Sarah has kindly given me her permission to include a photo of one of her paintings here. This is one of my favorites. Beautiful work Sarah. Thank you. Check out her web site.

Artist Studies For Children

Artist Studies For Children

Do you know who painted these sunflowers ? Check out this web site. There are free tutorials that are educational and fun for students,teachers and anyone else that would like to know about famous artists. Enjoy !

Union County Resident and Local Educator Publishes 1st Children's Book

Union County Resident and Local Educator Publishes 1st Children's Book

Tom Risser believes "Art Should Have A Heart"

Tom Risser believes "Art Should Have A Heart"

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Check out article about local Waxhaw artist. Enjoy.

Landscape sculptures

Landscape sculptures

http://www.squidoo.com/vincent_van_gogh

http://www.squidoo.com/vincent_van_gogh

This web site has a ton of links for info about Van Gogh. Well worth checking out for those who enjoy V.G.'s work.

Brightest Crayon in the Box!!!: One Project Down, Many more to go... Under the Sea...

Brightest Crayon in the Box!!!: One Project Down, Many more to go...
Under the Sea...: One Project Down, Many more to go... Under the Sea First project the kids did for the year was aimed to please the parents with our annual...

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Love this teachers art projects !

laura's watercolors: brandywine shoal light

laura's watercolors: brandywine shoal light: (10x15) A lighthouse in the Delaware Bay, one of the prettiest. Now that I've photographed I see I need to darken the values in the fore...


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One of my favorite watercolorist on the web.

Patricia Musgrave – A Painting Blog: Stevens Creek12" x 16"oil on canvasDaily Paintwork...

Patricia Musgrave – A Painting Blog: Stevens Creek12" x 16"oil on canvasDaily Paintwork...: Stevens Creek 12" x 16" oil on canvas Daily Paintworks Auction starting bid $135 Plain and simple, I am in denial about summer's demise. I ...

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Love this painting. Click on the artists to view web and paintings.

Aquarelles Yves Pothier: Avec un ciel si gris..

Aquarelles Yves Pothier: Avec un ciel si gris..: ...qu'un canal s'est pendu et que pour ma part j'ai oublié le nom et les identifiants GPS de cet endroit, si ce n'est  qu'il regarde vers ...

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This artist has a way of painting that is both crisp and soft. Their use of color is truly beautiful. Does anyone know how to translate the post ?

Step by Step Mixed Media Art Demonstration

Step by Step Mixed Media Art Demonstration

Mola Art from the San Blas Islands of Panama

Mola Art from the San Blas Islands of Panama

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This site has ongoing art project for children. It explains about Mola Art and gives several examples.

Sketching in Mauritania: Sketches of Lisbon

Sketching in Mauritania: Sketches of Lisbon:  Only the tram is missing from the view from my Hotel Borges window and as someone said we were paying for location not even internet connec...

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Love the bold, bright colors, the strong black ink and the detail in this artists sketches.

C r e a t i v e W o n d e r: The storms are raging today . . . such power and y...

C r e a t i v e W o n d e r: The storms are raging today . . . such power and y...: link

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This is an unusual blog. Contemporary artists are encouraged to share their "storm" paintings. Many artists from all corners of the world have submitted their work.

Beginner 20 Minute Drill | Free Art Lessons

Beginner 20 Minute Drill | Free Art Lessons

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I would love to take a workshop from this fellow. He has a quirky sense of humor, but gives great advice.

Skill-Level | Free Art Lessons

Skill-Level | Free Art Lessons

Derwent Pencils | Hints & Tips - Drawing Projects - Watersoluble Media

Derwent Pencils | Hints & Tips - Drawing Projects - Watersoluble Media

Derwent Pencils | Literature - Leaflets - Watersoluble Media

Derwent Pencils | Literature - Leaflets - Watersoluble Media

Derwent Pencils | Hints & Tips

Derwent Pencils | Hints & Tips

Big Screen Project

Big Screen Project

KinderArt® Blog - Art Lessons and Lesson Plans for Kids (Toddler, Preschool, Elementary and Beyond): Leaves, Trees and Water Temperature

KinderArt® Blog - Art Lessons and Lesson Plans for Kids (Toddler, Preschool, Elementary and Beyond): Leaves, Trees and Water Temperature: Looking for a creative way for you and your students or children to spend an Autumn afternoon? Instead of raking those leaves, pick a f...

KinderArt - Free Art Lessons and Lesson Plans, Projects and Art Education Information for Toddlers, Elementary, Middle and Secondary School.

KinderArt - Free Art Lessons and Lesson Plans, Projects and Art Education Information for Toddlers, Elementary, Middle and Secondary School.

Terry's Ink and Watercolor: Snowball Trees

Terry's Ink and Watercolor: Snowball Trees: This early autumn scene shows what snow looks like when mounted atop trees that are loaded with leaves. This was a very early snow storm. I...

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This would be a fun project for children to try. Actually for adults too. Thanks for sharing your art Terry !

Vintage Ephemera: Children's book illustration, Little Red Ridinghoo...

Vintage Ephemera: Children's book illustration, Little Red Ridinghoo...: Children's book illustration, Little Red Ridinghood

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Arbutus Hunter at Vintage Ephemera is a lady who has put a lot of time and energy into finding and sharing vintage photos and images. She is also a talented crafter. Check out her websites and enjoy.

 

GEORGIA O'KEEFFE'S FLOWERS

Aesop's Fables - Victoria and Albert Museum

Aesop's Fables - Victoria and Albert Museum

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This is a fairly long article, but gives the history of Aesops Fable illustrated books. One of my favorite 1900s illustrators was Walter Crane. You can download a free copy of Aesops Fables illustrated by Walter Crane at archive.org. Archive.org also has many children's picture and story books you can download or read. This is one of my favorite websites.

Dee Lessard's Fine Art of Living!: Apples & Cream

Dee Lessard's Fine Art of Living!: Apples & Cream:  Apples & Cream 8x10  oil  by Dee Lessard I hope you are all having a great summer! I went to a workshop last week with a wonderful artist...

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I love this painting. Usually I prefer bright colors and a colorful background, but all the neutral colors and the spot of red has made an interesting composition.

Don't Know What To Draw? Draw Everthing!

Don't Know What To Draw? Draw Everthing!

Carol at Toad Hollow Studio gives excellent advice and instruction on drawing. Check out her website when you visit.

Artopotamus: Free Liquid Watercolors!

Artopotamus: Free Liquid Watercolors!: Don't you love free stuff? Of course you do! It's part of your teacher chromosome! ;) I thought I would share this technique because ...

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What a great idea. I have thrown away tons of dried up markers over the years. I'm going to try this one for sure. I might boil the water first and add a few drops of bleach to each batch. Thanks go out to the creative art teacher that came up with this idea.

Tom Brown's Paint Box

Cartoon faces.

 

Mouse in my car poem !

 

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Another page from sketchbook.

M & Ms

 

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This is one of my sketches that I did for a sketch challenge. Used black sharpie and markers in my sketch book.

My Wild Side coming out!

 

MAKING A MARK: Do you draw or paint water?

MAKING A MARK: Do you draw or paint water?

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This blog is all about watercolor, and painting water in all its forms. Many helpful links , tutorial and tips. This is one of my favorites. It is mostly for teen or older artists. You sure won't regret checking this site out!!

Collage Candy: 1927 ad: Grandmother is still dancing!

Collage Candy: 1927 ad: Grandmother is still dancing!: A 1927 issue of Pictorial Review featured this lovely illustration by Corinne Dillon in a full-page ad for... I'm going to give you a minute...

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This 1927 illustration and advert is a hoot ! Thanks to collagecandy.blogspot for posting. I do love the illustration art of this period of time.

What is a Sketchbook?

What is a Sketchbook?


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This web site from www.accessart.org.uk has videos and information on how to encourage the use of sketchbooks, at home and in the schoolroom.

Harmony Art Mom: Sketch Tuesday: On the Menu: Stew

Harmony Art Mom: Sketch Tuesday: On the Menu: Stew: Last week's sketch idea was to draw something that lives a long time and I am really impressed with not only the creativity but the quality...

Fall Leaves | Kids Music | Funny Videos | Kids Songs | Silly Bus

They're pickin' and grinnin'

They're pickin' and grinnin'

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If you are ever out in this area on a Tuesday night come on over for some GOOD OLE FUN and BLUEGRASS !!!!!!!

Hargett Store Bluegrass

TODAY'S PAINTING: Spring On Avery's Creek

TODAY'S PAINTING: Spring On Avery's Creek: Painting the spring landscape near Asheville, my friend Richard Oversmith and I found this flower lined creek and couldn't pass it up! ...


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Very talented North Carolina artist. Love his work!!

A Passion for Watercolour!: I hate roses!

A Passion for Watercolour!: I hate roses!: They're beautiful and fragrant but they're so complicated!!!!  Every so often I need to challenge myself to paint something I don't enjoy, s...
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This artist at her so called worst is an inspiration to me. Love her colors and the delicate brush strokes she uses.

Jake Shimabukuro Live - Sakura Sakura

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Here is another one that I love. Jake playing a traditional Japanese tune.

Jake Shimabukuro Live in Japan - Bohemian Rhapsody

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Another outstanding performance by this gifted young man. Would love to have an album of his. ( Hint, hint....family....Christmas!!? )

The Clever Feather: Roosters

The Clever Feather: Roosters: I found this at the wonderful Blue Moon Palette blog, her instructions are below: http://bluemoonpalette.blogspot.com/search/label/roo...

Art lessons from Belgium: Color wheel animals on a doodled background.

Art lessons from Belgium: Color wheel animals on a doodled background.: I found this one on Artsonia.  If anyone knows who I should give credit, please let me know, so I can link back!  It was before I started ...

Swiper the fox!!

 

My daughter emailed this to me today and I added the caption. Pretty good !

Harmony Art Mom: Sketch Tuesday: Measure Up

Harmony Art Mom: Sketch Tuesday: Measure Up: Last week's assignment was to sketch something from the laundry room. What a great topic and so many things to sketch! We had fun with this...

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I am going to try to follow along with the Sketch Tuesday in my sketch book. Anyone want to join me ? Judy ? Also check out this web site. One of my favorites for all things art. Now, shall I do my sketch with my left or right hand.......maybe both!

My First Art Journal A video by mybutterflykisses12

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Art journaling is not the same thing as scrape booking, but a lot of scraping supplies and stamps are used.
Let this video buffer before you watch. Enjoy !

Video Class 7 Eyes

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A very easy tutorial on drawing eyes. This lady has such a pleasant voice and speaks clearly.

Psalm 1 girl

Pink Glads 2010

 

ATELIER DE LA PETITE MER: La couronne opulente des dahlias.

ATELIER DE LA PETITE MER: La couronne opulente des dahlias.: Elles occupent la place et dévoilent leurs plus beaux atours. Elles n'auront jamais la délicatesse des roses. Arches grain torchon 300 g /...

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Love the simple brushstrokes , soft yet vivid, that this artist uses.

Handbook of Nature Study: Free Downloads ..

Handbook of Nature Study: Free Downloads From My Sidebar: Autumn 2009 Notebo...: EDIT 9/8/11:

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Really like this web site. Lots of downloads and information about nature study for home schoolers.

Sketching in Nature: Woodland Mouse

Sketching in Nature: Woodland Mouse: Woodmouse, Apodemus sylvaticus , Ink. Yesterday he (or she) showed up on our terrace again. Although I get a bit worried when I see a mous...

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Another sketching site that features nature. Check it out.

Why Do Leaves Change Colors?

Cute video for kids !

Apple Pickin' Time- a song about things we do in the Fall

Catchy tune to this little song about fall.

Sunflower Pastel

Like Van Gogh, many artists love to paint and draw sunflowers. This artist uses pastels to depict this sunny field of flowers. He makes it look so easy.

G. R. I. T. S. Journey of Southern Ladies: ( How well I remember cutting out Betsy and her ...

G. R. I. T. S. Journey of Southern Ladies:  
( How well I remember cutting out Betsy and her ...:   ( How well I remember cutting out Betsy and her family and friends. We did not have McCalls magazine in our house. Even if we had, it wou...

 

Betsy and her mother have modest, fun, comfortable clothes to wear at the beach. No bikinis or thongs for them ! Right click on paper dolls, choose save as and download. Then print. For more Betsy dolls go to Marlees Paperdolls.

Mary Maxam - paintings: Country Road

Mary Maxam - paintings: Country Road: Country Road     8"x8"   oil        The drama of this simple country road comes from the lighting in and behind the clouds, but I was actual...


( Really love the colors and style of this artist, especially this lovely country scene. )

KinderArt - Free Art Lessons and Lesson Plans, Projects and Art Education Information for Toddlers, Elementary, Middle and Secondary School.

KinderArt - Free Art Lessons and Lesson Plans, Projects and Art Education Information for Toddlers, Elementary, Middle and Secondary School.


(ONE OFF MY FAVORITE ART LESSON SITES . EXPLORE AND ENJOY !)

I See A Song

(COLORFUL ART AND BEAUTIFUL VIOLIN MUSIC BRING ERIC CARLE'S BOOK TO LIFE.)

Postalguarelas: O esboço do dia / Today's sketch - 538

Postalguarelas: O esboço do dia / Today's sketch - 538

(I am very impressed with these daily sketches and watercolors by Paulo J. Mendes from Portugal ! )

How to Draw in One Point Perspective-option2

How to Draw with One Point Perspective - option1

*The Graphics Fairy*

*The Graphics Fairy*

Tons of free, vintage downloads on this web site.

 

 

Unfinished surf and bird oil 19x 20 DMatthews

 

This has been sitting around for about 5 years. I don't know why I can not finish. Any suggestions?