Looking for a fun solution to those sub plans? Try an Art Class Choice Board! A choice board allows students to choose a project that works for them. You can use really simple, low supply options, a fully drawing oriented board, or more open-ended prompts that students can work on at school or from home! Below, I’ve included prompts for your art choice boards that include mixed media options, a fully pencil-friendly list, a list for a painting class, and photography options!
Check out these lists below for some inspo for your choice boards!
25 Diverse Choice Board Options:
Create a self-portrait using any medium of your choice.
Experiment with watercolor techniques to create a landscape painting.
Design and decorate a personalized journal cover.
Sculpt a miniature clay figure or sculpture.
Illustrate a scene from your favorite book or movie.
Explore abstract art by creating a mixed-media collage.
Design and decorate a mask inspired by a culture or tradition.
Draw a still life composition using objects from your home.
Create a digital illustration using graphic design software.
Paint a picture inspired by a famous artist or art movement.
Experiment with printmaking techniques to create unique patterns and designs.
Create a comic strip or graphic novel page.
Design and decorate a tote bag or T-shirt with fabric markers or paint.
Explore perspective drawing by sketching a cityscape or architectural scene.
Use found objects to create a mixed-media sculpture.
Create a mosaic artwork using colored paper or tiles.
Illustrate a fantastical creature or character from your imagination.
Experiment with oil pastels to create a vibrant landscape or portrait.
Create a piece of environmental art using natural materials found outside.
Design and decorate a mandala using geometric patterns and symmetry.
Experiment with light and shadow by creating a shadow puppet or silhouette artwork.
Create a stop-motion animation using clay, paper, or found objects.
Explore textile art by learning basic embroidery stitches and creating a small embroidery piece.
Design and decorate a skateboard deck or skateboard grip tape.
Create a collaborative art project with a family member or friend, such as a shared painting or drawing.
25 Drawing-Only Choice Board Options:
Sketch a self-portrait focusing on capturing your expression.
Draw a detailed still life of objects on your desk or table.
Create a series of contour drawings of your hand in different positions.
Illustrate a scene from your favorite book or movie using only pencil.
Experiment with shading techniques to create a realistic rendering of an everyday object.
Draw a landscape or cityscape from your imagination, focusing on perspective.
Create a series of doodles inspired by nature, incorporating elements like leaves, flowers, and animals.
Design a pattern or texture inspired by geometric shapes or organic forms.
Draw a detailed map of a fictional world, complete with landmarks and geographical features.
Sketch a series of facial expressions to convey different emotions.
Create a comic strip or comic book page featuring original characters and a storyline.
Draw a series of animal portraits, focusing on capturing their unique characteristics.
Illustrate a dream or fantasy scene inspired by your imagination.
Experiment with hatching and cross-hatching techniques to create texture and shading.
Design and sketch a fantasy creature, combining elements from different animals or mythologies.
Create a series of sketches exploring different perspectives and viewpoints.
Draw a series of intricate patterns inspired by cultures from around the world.
Sketch a collection of everyday objects arranged in an interesting composition.
Create a series of character designs for a story or video game.
Illustrate a scene from a historical event or period, focusing on accuracy and detail.
Draw a series of vehicles, such as cars, planes, or bicycles, in motion.
Sketch a portrait of a family member or friend, focusing on capturing their likeness.
Create a series of sketches exploring light and shadow in different environments.
Illustrate a favorite quote or saying, incorporating decorative elements and typography.
Draw a series of architectural details or buildings, focusing on perspective and detail.
25 Painting Choice Board Options:
Paint a self-portrait using acrylic or watercolor paints.
Create a landscape painting inspired by a photograph or from your imagination.
Experiment with color mixing by creating a color wheel or color chart.
Paint a still life arrangement of objects from your home using acrylic or oil paints.
Illustrate a scene from your favorite book or movie using acrylic or watercolor paints.
Paint a series of abstract compositions exploring color, shape, and texture.
Create a portrait of a family member or friend using acrylic or oil paints.
Paint a fantasy scene inspired by mythology, fairy tales, or your imagination.
Experiment with different painting techniques, such as wet-on-wet, dry brush, or impasto.
Paint a series of animal portraits, focusing on capturing their unique characteristics and expressions.
Illustrate a dream or surreal scene using acrylic or watercolor paints.
Create a landscape or cityscape painting focusing on atmospheric perspective and mood.
Paint a still life arrangement of flowers, fruits, or other natural objects.
Experiment with monochromatic painting by using shades of a single color to create depth and contrast.
Paint a series of miniatures exploring different subjects or themes.
Create a series of paintings inspired by a specific artistic movement or style, such as impressionism or cubism.
Paint a scene from nature, such as a forest, beach, or mountain landscape.
Illustrate a favorite quote or saying, incorporating decorative elements and typography.
Experiment with mixed media by incorporating collage elements into your paintings.
Create a series of paintings exploring light and shadow in different environments.
Paint a series of abstract landscapes inspired by your emotions or memories.
Illustrate a scene from a historical event or period, focusing on accuracy and detail.
Paint a portrait of a celebrity or public figure, focusing on capturing their likeness and personality.
Experiment with painting on different surfaces, such as canvas, paper, or wood panels.
Create a collaborative painting with a family member or friend, working together to create a unified composition.
25 Photography Choice Board Options:
Take a series of self-portraits exploring different poses, expressions, and lighting techniques.
Capture a landscape photograph of a natural scene, such as a forest, beach, or mountain range.
Experiment with macro photography by capturing close-up images of small objects or details.
Create a photo essay documenting a day in your life, capturing moments from morning to night.
Explore street photography by capturing candid shots of people, architecture, and everyday scenes in your neighborhood.
Take a series of portraits of family members or friends, focusing on capturing their personalities and emotions.
Photograph a still life arrangement of objects from your home, experimenting with composition and lighting.
Capture a series of abstract images focusing on shapes, patterns, and textures found in your surroundings.
Experiment with long exposure photography to capture motion blur or light trails.
Create a series of black and white portraits, exploring contrast, mood, and emotion.
Document a community event or gathering, capturing candid moments and interactions between people.
Explore night photography by capturing images of cityscapes, stars, or illuminated landscapes.
Experiment with experimental photography techniques, such as double exposure, light painting, or infrared photography.
Capture a series of architectural photographs, focusing on lines, shapes, and perspectives.
Photograph a series of still life compositions inspired by a specific theme or concept.
Create a photo story or narrative sequence, using a series of images to tell a story or convey a message.
Explore nature photography by capturing images of wildlife, plants, and natural landscapes.
Take a series of abstract photographs inspired by color, light, and shadow.
Photograph a series of reflections, exploring how light interacts with surfaces to create interesting visual effects.
Capture a series of images inspired by a specific color palette or mood.
Experiment with portrait photography techniques, such as shallow depth of field or creative framing.
Document a social or cultural event in your community, capturing the atmosphere and interactions between people.
Explore abstract photography by capturing images of everyday objects from unusual angles or perspectives.
Take a series of self-portraits exploring different aspects of your identity, personality, and emotions.
Create a collaborative photography project with a family member or friend, working together to explore a shared theme or concept.
Happy teaching!
Hannah