Instructor Guide

Program: Creativity Alive

Hosted by: Literacy Alive and Tgosketch Illustration

Goal: Teach students the basics of shoe design and provide a fun competition that encourages creativity and artistic confidence.

1. Overview for Instructors

This activity introduces students to gym shoe design through a short instructional lesson. Students will complete a coloring page using the official shoe template. All finished artwork will be scanned or photographed and submitted individually for judging. One winner will receive a pair of Jordan shoes. The winner will be announced before December 10.

2. Instructor Responsibilities

Before the Session

• Print one shoe design template per student.

• Prepare coloring materials.
  Accepted tools: crayons, colored pencils, markers.

During the Session

• Teach the shoe design concepts:

  • Color blocking

  • Patterns and textures

  • Clean outlines

  • Contrast and shade control

  • Theme building

• Encourage creativity and originality.

• Remind students that neatness and technique matter.

• Answer questions and support design ideas.

After Students Finish

• Ensure every student clearly writes:

  • Full name

  • Grade level

  • School or program name

• Make sure pages stay clean, flat, and intact for scanning.

3. Submission Process

Scanning or Photographing

• Each student’s artwork must be scanned or photographed individually.

• When photographing, please ensure:

  • Good lighting

  • No shadows or glare

  • The artwork fills the frame

  • The photo is clear and straight

Submitting Entries

• Each entry must be emailed individually to: admin@tgosketch.com

• Required subject line:
  “Shoe Design Competition Entry – Student Name”

• Only one artwork per email.

Deadline

All entries must be submitted by December 8.

4. Competition Judging Criteria

Judges will evaluate each design based on:

1. Creativity and originality

2. Use of techniques taught during the lesson

3. Clean and neat presentation

4. Color choices and harmony

5. Overall visual impact

5. Instructor Tips for a Smooth Session

• Show a few real shoe designs to spark ideas.

• Encourage students to think of a theme before they start coloring.

• Offer guidance on pattern placement and color choices.

• Remind students to work slowly and stay inside their outlines.

• Check that each student writes their information clearly.

• Handle artwork carefully to keep pages clean and presentable.

6. Contact and Website

For questions or assistance:

Tgosketch Illustration / Literacy Alive
Email: admin@tgosketch.com
Website: ourliteracyalive.com