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 !