Elementary students develop a renewed interest in master studies when challenged to put their own twist on famous artworks.

A visual arts specialist fosters critical thinking, problem solving, and meaningful discussion during open houses.

Elementary students learn that artist Henri Rousseau reimagined a place he never visited (the jungle) and sketch their own imaginative jungle scenes.

Young students draw cityscapes and incorporate cut-paper dinosaurs, using at least three types of lines and shapes.

Elementary students learn how artist Tyree Guyton was influenced by his Detroit neighborhood and create abstract face collages inspired by his work.

Young students work together on a symbolic mural fostering creativity, connection, and a commitment to kindness.

Elementary students transform pre-glued yarn lines into complete drawings that fill the page.

Elementary students investigate quilt design, pattern, and composition by creating nine-square flower quilt blocks.

Students use simple lines and shapes to create expressive floral compositions.

Young students shape clay and imprint textures using various objects to create fossil designs.

High-school students step out of their comfort zones to create themed nonobjective compositions inspired by two contemporary artists.

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