Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Pop Art DOG project

This Pop Art Dog Drawing lesson is a fun and engaging way to introduce students to Pop Art! Using simple shapes, bold outlines, and bright colors, students create a patterned dog artwork while learning about color, design, and composition.

The step-by-step format makes it easy for all learners to follow along, while still allowing for creativity and individuality in each finished piece.

You can find the full lesson, including slides and step-by-step instructions, in my TpT store.

Saturday, March 21, 2026

Cherry Blossom Vase ~ Spring Art Project

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Cherry Blossom ART Project
Ming Dynasty Vase Lesson for Elementary Art

Looking for a beautiful spring art project that combines art history, symmetry, pattern, and mixed media

This Cherry Blossom Art Project introduces students to the blue-and-white porcelain vases of China's Ming Dynasty while allowing them to create a colorful artwork perfect for spring displays.

Students begin by learning about traditional Ming Dynasty porcelain and examining examples of the decorative patterns often found on these famous ceramic pieces. Using the included vase templates, students create their own symmetrical vase design filled with original patterns and details.

After coloring their vases with blue markers and blue colored pencils, students carefully cut out and assemble their artwork onto a light blue background. Brown crayon branches and layers of pink and white tissue paper blossoms are then added to create a textured cherry blossom tree bursting with spring color.

This project is a wonderful way to combine art history, cultural connections, and hands-on creativity while reinforcing important art concepts. 

🌸 Looking for the complete lesson? 

This low-prep spring art lesson includes animated Google Slides, 5 vase templates, teacher notes, a student rubric, and step-by-step visual instructions to guide students through the project.

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Students Practice:

  • Symmetry
  • Pattern and repetition
  • Art history connections
  • Cultural awareness
  • Mixed media techniques
  • Fine motor skills
  • Creative expression

Why Teachers Love This Lesson

This low-prep lesson is designed to be completed in approximately two class periods and consistently produces beautiful results. The combination of patterned vase designs and dimensional tissue paper blossoms creates artwork that students are proud to display.

 

The finished pieces make an eye-catching spring bulletin board, hallway display, art show exhibit, or classroom showcase.

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Materials Needed 

  • 9" x 12" white construction paper
  • Vase templates (included)
  • Blue markers
  • Blue colored pencils
  • Brown crayon
  • 12" x 18" light blue construction paper
  • White tissue paper
  • Pink tissue paper
  • Scissors
  • Glue
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This Cherry Blossom Art Project has been successfully used with 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, 5th grade, and 6th grade art students. Teachers can easily adapt the lesson by simplifying or increasing the complexity of the vase patterns and decorative details.

Resource Features

The complete lesson includes:

  • Animated Google Slides Presentation
  • PDF Version
  • Teacher Notes
  • Student Rubric
  • 5 Vase Templates
  • Step-by-Step Visual Directions
  • Art History Connections
  • 2-Day Lesson Format

Students learn about Ming Dynasty porcelain while creating a vibrant cherry blossom composition that blends history, culture, design, and creativity into one engaging spring art lesson.

Whether you're looking for a spring art project, a mixed media lesson, or an engaging way to introduce art history and culture, this Cherry Blossom Art Project is a student favorite. The combination of symmetry, pattern, and textured tissue paper blossoms creates beautiful artwork that students are proud to display long after spring has ended.

🌸 Cherry Blossom Art Project  ðŸŒ¸

Spring Lesson | Symmetry & Pattern | Elementary Art

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Friday, March 13, 2026

Pop Art Bear Drawing Project

If you're looking for a fun Pop Art lesson for elementary students, this Pop Art Bear Drawing Project is a great way to introduce students to bold colors, patterns, and creative design.

Students begin by learning about Pop Art artists such as Romero Britto, Keith Haring, and Takashi Murakami. They then follow a guided step-by-step drawing lesson to create their own patterned bear using bright colors, bold outlines, and repeating designs.

The lesson includes:

  • an animated Google Slides presentation
  • step-by-step drawing instructions
  • pattern ideas reference page
  • teacher directions and slide notes
  • student rubric

    Because the instructions are clearly structured, the lesson is easy to follow and works well for grades 1–5, even for substitute teachers. Most classes can complete the project in 1–2 class periods, and the finished artwork is always colorful and unique.

    You can view the full lesson here:
    👉 Pop ART Bear Lesson on TpT