Graffiti inspired water colors

7th grade was finishing up their value unit. For the final assignment I decided to have the subject of their work be graffiti inspired. Students love the look of graffiti letters! After teaching them how to create a simple "bubble" letter, students had to create some sort of background and then use watercolor to demonstrate value. I would say that 95% of the students did a phenomenal job! I was really proud of their work and the results.

Bulletin board

I've been trying to figure out a way to make art history accessible to middle school students. I saw this idea online and had to make it for my room. My goal is to change the artist monthly (if not sooner). I am also going to try and relate the artist to the assignments happening in the room. Currently my 8th graders are working on an assignment "inspired" by the artist Chuck Close.