Virtual Reality (VR) technology is an art form that mainly uses computer processing technology, interactive device technology, digital imaging technology and digital audio technology and other technologies, to act on the audience's vision, hearing, touch and other perceptual functions, making the audience immersed in the digital virtual environment and feel coming into corresponding real environment. Applying virtual reality technology to art design teaching can vividly represent teaching contents, effectively create a teaching environment where art and technology are combined, improve students' ability to master theoretical knowledge, professional skills, and reaches the teaching goal that optimizes teaching process, improve teaching quality, and make students better integrate into society. Therefore, the application of virtual reality in art design teaching is very meaningful.