We asked our student's to print a photo of their pet  or the pet that they might want.  We spent time sketching and figuring ...

We were given these plates as a gift.  We have also purchased another set from our favorite local shop Lundeen's.  We use them AL...

Nothing beats a still life.  You can always find something lying around to paint.  We chose fruits and veggies for this lesson.  I am a BIG ...

Check out our full Q&A on CecyJ.  Our friends over at CecyJ have asked smallSHOP  to name some of our favorite art supplies for y...

I love Artist’s Books! There’s nothing like holding a handmade book and gently flipping through its pages.  Artist’s books are both intima...

A 3D room lesson is always a "go-to" project.  You get serious bang for your buck! The children are always in awe of what they ...

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Los Angeles County Museum recently had  Ai Wei Wei's Zodiac Head s on display.  After a trip with my family we thought it would be fu...

My first school field trip! Last week I was lucky to be able to visit the Leonis Adobe Museum with my daughter's 1st grade class. To sa...

Check out our interview over at cecy j . News Flash! smallSHOP and cecy j will be teaming up.  smallSHOP will be contributing to this incre...

A simple project that is fun and easy to set up is a still life.  A perfect Sunday project.  Look around your home.  Choose a few objects....

What do you get when you add:  1 BIRTHDAY BOY + 5 FRIENDS + 1 1/2 HOURS? A stop action film all their own.  Enjoy Joe and his friend'...

At smallSHOP we believe in learning our students,  creating a nurturing and supportive environment,  challenging them to push themselves an...

When I am in need of a quick visual inspiration. I scroll through  http://printpattern.blogspot.com/ The collection of fun and interesting ...

Little smallSHOP Artists use WATER as inspiration for their landscapes. We discussed water and seascapes. We talked about perspective and co...

 When I grow up I want to be N. C. Wyeth What inspires our teachers? Here is what Christina says... 1 - smallSHOP Artist , Christina Tonge...

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year Happy Holidays from all of us at smallSHOP. Please enjoy a quick stop action holiday greeting by...