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Practice makes perfect! We are drawing with simple shapes. Put the shapes together to make any object. Circles, squares, triangles, and rectangles make a great starting point for drawing. We are drawing a dog that can be any color. Use your imagination to create a new cartoon dog. Adding details will make the drawing unique. Add a hat, tie, or scarf to give the dog a new look. Join us at the H.A.T. Academy to get your creativity going! www.hatacademy.org www.hatacademy.teachable.com

Learn just a few rules to mixing colors and you can create your own palette. Mixing paints is a fu way to play! See how many different colors you can create using red, blue, yellow, and white.The primary colors make the secondary colors. Make a tint by adding white. It is best to start with the lightest color when mixing paints. Have fun making different lights and darks. Painters use these different values to make objects look 3D. This is just a starting point ... There is a lot more to learn about color theory! Mix a rainbow of colors!! Join us at the H.A.T. Academy for a bit of creativity. www.hatacademy.org www.hatacademy.teachable.com See you soon!

Doodle a cat with shapes. It is important to know how to use the shapes to create your cat. Circles, half-circles, triangles, straight and curved lines are use to make this cat. Learning to draw is teaching your brain to see things differently. Draw the basic cat and add your own ideas. Does the cat need a hat and a bow tie? Doodle as many cats as you can... Make each one different. Use crayons or colored pencils to add color. Learn to draw something different each week! Join us at The H.A.T. Academy to increase your drawing and creativity. See you soon! www.hatacademy.org www.hatacademy.teachable.com

You don't have to buy clay! Make your own cough and create whatever you like. This clay is easy to work with for many different projects. We use it to make animals and small clay projects. The clay is soft so it is easy for little children.Use food color to mix the primary and secondary colors. Understanding the color wheel is helpful but you can follow along in the video. (yellow + red= orange) (red + blue= violet) (blue + yellow= green) Mix your favorite colors and have fun! Let the clay air dry and the project is done. Keep the extra clay in a sandwich bag or any airtight container. Join us at The H.A.T. Academy to learn more about creating. hatacademy.org or hat academy.teachable. com

You can make flowers with a half-circle. Use a bright color background and then paint small and large half-circles to create a flower. This is a simple way to create a fantastic card. We don't send as many cards as we used to... You could scan your art and send it in an email or text. Make your greeting more personable with your art. Paint, draw, and learn with us at The H.A.T. Academy. Everyone should create everyday. www.hatacademy.org www.hatacademy.teachable.com

We are studying American art. America the Beautiful was a poem written by Katherine Lee Bates. The poem was made into a song. The art in the video is just an overview of American landscape painting. This is a great place to start. The beautiful landscapes of America will start you on a journey of American art. The diversity of American art is stunning. This is one small portion. Join us at the H.A.T. Academy to create and learn. Learning through art is one way to encourage creativity. hatacademy.teachable.com hatacademy.org This lesson is part of The Art Library.

Start with a simple seascape and add a silhouette to complete your painting. We used acrylic paint... blue, white, and black. Mixing the different blue and white gives you a variety of light and dark values. This painting reinforces basic art concepts. Practice painting the seascape. You will be successful with this project. The simple step by step method will help you to understand how to paint. hatacademy.teachable.com hatacademy.org

It is time to get your family to do something together! Family Art Night is about creating together. The project requires every family member to participate. Even if art is not your cup of tea this project is doable! It uses basic supplies and is easy to do. The H.A.T. Academy is dedicated to helping you use your creative talents. This month we are making an initial that you can display in your home.

Painting a pumpkin for fall is a good idea! It takes just a few colors and it is easy. We used, orange, yellow, white, brown, red, and blue acrylic paint. Make sure you have a small and medium brush, water cup, table cover, palette, paper towel, painter's tape, canvas or thick paper. We used a thick paper. It is all about contrast. Light and dark contrast can make an object appear 3D. Join us on Monday nights to paint. Practice each week to encourage your creativity. The H.A.T Academy is the place to learn to paint and draw. Check us out at hat academy.org. See you soon!

Draw and doodle everyday! This lion is so easy. Use. shapes and lines to draw simple characters. This is the first step in creating a daily art habit. We use markers and crayons to doodle. We are drawing in an inexpensive sketchbook. Printer paper will work too! The H.A.T. Academy is the place to start your creative habit. We want you to draw with us.

Do you like to paint? This month we did a fall scene. It is not quite spooky but almost spooky. The painting is easy when you go step by step. WE used a limited palette and created a fun fall scene. I hope you will join us. We paint every Monday night. Practice makes perfect... Start your daily art habit with the H.A.T. Academy. Learn to use your creativity in simple ways. Everyone starts as a beginner. Our lessons are easy to understand and will help you to be more comfortable with the art supplies.

Hey! It is time to get crafting! This simple and inexpensive craft is just for you. All you need is an old jar and some paint. Paint your jar with acrylic paint. Have fun making faces using shapes. I used white and black acrylic paint. When you are all done put a battery operated candle flame. The jars glow and make a great addition to your fall decoration. The H.A.T. Academy / Homeschool Art Teacher is dedicated to helping you create everyday. Painting, drawing, and crafting are ways to add creativity to your day. Art is an important part of learning. It is a great learning tool. I hope you will join us as we create all year long. No matter your age you can start a creative art habit. Frustration comes when you don't understand the art supplies or the process. The H.A.T. Academy helps you to understand the process and supplies. Teaching for 30 years has given me a great appreciation for art as a learning tool! Get your supplies and let's start creating!

This is a painting anyone can do. Get your supplies and get painting. Use acrylic or tempera paint.

It is so simple to draw and paint when you know how to use shapes.

Draw a simple pumpkin with markers.

Doodle a cute bear in a box. This is a great way to start a creative habit!