Art Teacher Life: 🎨 How I Prep Cut Paper for Art Class (60-Second Process)

​There’s always something happening behind the scenes in the art room—and today’s prep was all about getting materials ready for my students.

In this quick 60-second process, I’m preparing cut paper for an upcoming project. These small moments are part of what makes teaching art so rewarding—setting students up for creativity, exploration, and success.

Whether it’s organizing materials, choosing colors, or planning the next lesson, every step plays a role in the final outcome.

🎥 Watch the quick prep in action below:

This is just a glimpse into my daily life as both an artist and educator. More behind-the-scenes moments and classroom inspiration coming soon.

✨ Follow along for more Art Teacher Life + creative process  

📌 Save this for future classroom inspiration  

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☕️ My Cyber Monday Steal of the Year: How I Got a Nespresso + Aeroccino for Only $99!

​Cyber Monday had me in the trenches this year — and honestly, I’m glad it did, because I walked away with one of the BEST deals I’ve ever found on a Nespresso machine.

For weeks, I’d been eyeing the Nespresso Churro Pop (yes, the pretty one you keep seeing on TikTok). The original price sits around $155, but on TikTok Shop it dropped to about $130, which had me this close to checking out.

But something told me:

“Natasha… go compare these prices real quick.”

And baby, I’m glad I listened.

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Got a Nespresso + Aeroccino for Only $99!

🍁 Fall Festival Face Painting — My Favorite Supplies + Tips for Beginners

 

🍁 Fall Festival Face Painting —

My Favorite Supplies

+ Tips for Beginners🍁

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🍂 Celebrating Creativity at Our School

Fall Festival 1/07/2025

This year’s Fall Festival was full of color, laughter, and

SO many excited little faces — literally! I had the

pleasure of running the Face Painting Station, and

let me tell you… my line stayed full the entire time.

From superheroes to glitter butterflies to pumpkins and fall leaves,

the kids were READY for transformation.

As an art teacher, moments like this remind me how

powerful creativity is — not just in the classroom,

but in our school community.

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🎨 My Face Painting Setup

I bought all my face painting supplies from Amazon, and everything worked beautifully.

I wanted paints that were:

• Safe for children
  
  

• Bright and vibrant
  
  

• Easy to blend
  
  

• Easy to wipe off
  
  

• Quick drying
  
  

And something that wouldn’t break the bank — because your girl paints a LOT of little faces!

Here’s everything I used during the Fall Festival (affiliate links included):

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My Amazon Face Painting Kit (Affiliate Links)

Drawdart Professional Face Painting Kit for Kids & Adults,

Split Cake Face Paint Palette 12 x 10gm with Stencil, One Stroke Non Toxic

Rainbow Body Paint Set for Halloween & Christmas Makeup

 

Face Paint Palette (Primary + Neon Colors)

Drawdart Professional Face Painting Kit for Kids Adults, Split Cake Face Paint Palette

12 x 10gm with Stencil, One Stroke Non Toxic Rainbow Face Body Paint Set Festival Makeup

Maydear Face Painting Kit for Kids & Adults with 6 Colors Split Cake Palette,

2 Brushes, Safe & Non-Toxic Water Based Makeup Face Paint Kit

Why I love it:

• Smooth application
  
  

• Bright colors
  
  

• Perfect for quick festival designs
  
  

2. 

Face Painting Brush Set along with these professional makeup brushes

Anmor Flat Contour Brush, Professional Flat Top Detailed Contour Nose

Contour Makeup Brush, Perfect for Sharp Lines Contouring Liquid Cream Blender Even Application,

Luxurious Cruelty Free Nano-fiber

TEOYALL Kabuki Foundation Brush, Soft Dense Synthetic Bristles Flat Top Blending

Buffing Brush For Liquid Cream Contour Bronzer Foundation

Flat Top Foundation Brush,Daubigny Large Powder Brush Premium

Durable Kabuki Makeup Brush Perfect For Blending Liquid,Cream and Flawless

Powder,Buffing, Blending,Concealer

Why I love it:

• Fast for covering big areas (butterfly wings, pumpkins, masks)

• The kit has brushes for Sharp lines for details
  
  

• Soft brushes so they don’t scratch kids’ skin

• the Blending of the tri-color palette is amazing with these makeup brushes
  
  

3. Sponges for Blending

Came with the kits

Why I love it:

• Fast for covering big areas (butterfly wings, pumpkins, masks)
  
  

4. Biodegradable Cosmetic Glitter

Came with the kit

Why I love it:

• Kids LOVE glitter
  
  

• Safe for face/body
  
  

5. Setting Spray / Water Mister Bottles Pack 2 Small Spray Bottle Travel Size 2oz/60ml -

Fine Mist Mini Empty Spray Bottles - Leak Proof - for Toners, Face & Hair Mist

Why I love it:

• Helps paints stay vibrant

• Keeps brushes moist
  
  

• Quick cleanup
  
  

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🖌️ Festival Designs the Kids Loved

• 🦋 Glitter Butterfly Eyes — the #1 request!

• 🎃 Mini Pumpkin Cheeks
  
  

• 🕸️ Spider Web Eye Design
  
  

• 🌈 Rainbow Swirls
  
  

• 🐯 Tiger Stripes
  
  

• 🦸🏽‍♀️ Superhero Masks
  
  

I kept each design to 2–4 minutes tops, which is key when your line wraps around the festival.

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✨ Tips for Face Painting at School Events

Want to try face painting at your next school event? Here are my must-dos:

✔️ 1. Test the paint on your skin first

Make sure the paints feel comfortable and don’t irritate the kids.

✔️ 2. Bring baby wipes

Trust me — lifesaver.

✔️ 3. Use clipboards or small laminated design cards

Kids love picking their face art from a small “menu.”

✔️ 4. Keep everything organized in a small bin

I used a caddy with compartments so I could move fast.

✔️ 5. Use a shade umbrella or indoor table

Sun + sweat = face paint meltdown.

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💛 Why I Love Face Painting

Face painting brings the type of joy that reminds me why I love being an art teacher. It’s instant creativity — bright colors, big smiles, and a chance for kids to feel magical.

And honestly? It’s therapeutic for ME too.

Seeing their reactions was priceless and made the Fall Festival extra special.

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