Button Trees - Kids Art Class

I have been wanting to try these adorable button trees, that I found on Pinterest, for months.  We finally did them this week in my kid's art class.  It was a great craft.  I think the kids really had fun with them.  Here is my video lesson from YouTube:

Mixed Media Keepsake Boxes - Kids Art Class

 We made mixed media keepsake boxes in my art class recently.  The kids covered their boxes with scrapbook paper and then used stamps and paint to make textures and patterns.  They used ribbon and other embellishments to add dimension.  I love how they turned out so personalized.

Ice Cream Colored Pencil Drawings - Kid's Art Class

We did a really fun drawing with colored pencils during this week's art class.  I showed the kids (ages 7-12) how to use darker and complimentary colors to add shadows and we worked on leaving areas with less color to suggest highlights.  I also talked about leaving visible sketch lines to add interest.  I love the different interpretations. I think the kids did a fantastic job!

Here is the video lesson on YouTube.