Elementary students explore space, emotion, and identity while building digital fluency in this flexible digital landscape lesson.

Throughout The Mindful Studio, you will discover centering practices to begin creative endeavors, mindfulness-based visual arts lessons with reflection questions, and lesson extensions to explore mindfulness in a variety of art modalities. Visit DavisArt.com/MindfulStudio to learn more!

Layered clay slab artworks inspired by Louise Nevelson.

Elementary students learn fundamental art concepts through experimental abstract designs inspired by Jackson Pollock.

An art teacher inspires a second-grade student to turn perceived mistakes into something new, creating a ripple effect of joy in the art room.

Jane E. Dalton, professor and author, guides students through mindful walking and careful observation to create radial designs in nature.

Frank Juárez, SchoolArts editor-in-chief, discusses how moments of reflection remind us to slow down, be present, and rediscover joy in the process of making.

Elementary students examine patterns on handwoven textiles from India, then weave with paper strips, incorporating motifs for patterned designs.

Young students apply self- and social-awareness concepts by identifying, depicting, and responding to the emotions they see on their classmates’ faces.

High-school students practice patient observation, hand-eye coordination, empathy, and shared learning through blind contour drawing.

High-school students engage in the meditative process of knitting, progressing from finger-knitted pieces to stitched and crocheted scarves.

Contemporary painter Christopher Sweet channels his Ho-Chunk heritage and vibrant color to celebrate Native American identity, resilience, and healing.