Art Project Landscape Art Cargo Ship Transportation Art Lesson Oil Pastel
Create a Cargo Ship Art Project with this Transportation-Themed Art Lesson!
In this fun, hands-on Transportation Art Lesson, students will use felt markers and oil pastels to create a stunning landscape artwork featuring a Cargo Ship as the focal point. This project is perfect for exploring transportation themes and practicing oil pastel techniques to achieve a painterly effect. The included step-by-step video tutorial ensures both teachers and students can confidently complete the project.
VIDEO ART LESSON
This is a video art lesson. Your download includes the lesson plan and printable pages, plus a "Watch the Video" page with a clickable link and QR code to the step-by-step video tutorial, so you can watch it anytime and show your class again later.
Teach confidently, spark creativity, and engage your students with this Ms Artastic-designed art lesson.
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THIS RESOURCE?
This comprehensive, non-editable art resource provides everything you need for a successful and engaging art lesson:
Step-by-Step Video Tutorial
An easy-to-follow video guide that breaks down the entire project into simple steps for teachers and students.
Lesson Plan
A detailed 2-page lesson plan outlines materials, learning objectives, and step-by-step instructions (“Teacher Does/Student Does”).
Step-by-Step Drawing Handouts
Non-editable drawing guides help students stay on track and confidently complete their artwork.
Rubric for Marking
A ready-to-use rubric makes assessing student work straightforward and aligns with the project’s learning goals.
Art Making Reflection Worksheets
Encourage thoughtful analysis and self-assessment with these reflection sheets.
Artist Statement Template
Provide structure for students to articulate their creative process and ideas.
Bulletin Board Display Sign
Celebrate your students’ work with a themed display sign to showcase their completed projects.
Finished Artwork Example
A visual reference to inspire students and clarify expectations for the final artwork.
MEDIUMS & MATERIALS NEEDED
- Pencil, eraser
- Black felt marker
- Felt markers
- Oil pastels
- Dark blue construction paper
- White paper (half sheet per student for the ship)
HOW TO PREP
- Gather all materials ahead of time to ensure a smooth lesson.
- Watch the video tutorial to familiarize yourself with the project steps or use it as a teaching tool during the lesson.
- Photocopy handouts like the step-by-step guides, rubrics, and reflection worksheets.
HOW TO USE
- Introduce the project by showing the finished artwork example and explaining the objectives.
- Play the step-by-step video tutorial or use it as a reference while you demonstrate the techniques.
- Provide the included drawing guides and worksheets to support student learning and keep the process organized.
- Display the completed projects on a bulletin board using the provided display sign for a proud showcase of their work!
WHO IS THIS FOR?
This art project is ideal for:
- Teachers in elementary and middle school classrooms looking to integrate transportation-themed lessons into their curriculum.
- Homeschool families seeking a creative and structured art project to explore transportation and artistic techniques.
YOU MAY
- Use this resource in your classroom for years to come.
- Purchase additional licenses for school-wide use.
YOU MAY NOT
- Share this resource with other teachers or administrators without purchasing additional licenses.
- Post this resource on any blog or website.
- Use this resource on platforms like OutSchool.
Sincerely,
Ms. Artastic
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Kathleen McGiveron (Ms Artastic) is an artist who has been featured on NBC LX News and designs Art Lessons for Kids and Educational Resources for Teachers. She is the founder of Ms Artastic and hosts the Ms Artastic YouTube Channel and Podcast.
FILES YOU WILL DOWNLOAD
- Cargo Ship Transportation Art Lesson - Video Lesson + Lesson Plan - Ms Artastic.zip: the lesson plan and printable pages (PDF), plus a "Watch the Video" page (PDF) with a clickable link and QR code to the step-by-step video tutorial
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