This sun painting for kids is the perfect way to celebrate the arrival of summer.
The long days of summer is a beautiful time for children to explore the world around them.
One way to do this is through art, and this sun painting for kids is a cheerful way to celebrate the arrival of the summer season.
This sun painting project allows kids to get creative and explore different watercolor techniques, like wax resist, all while creating an eye-catching work of art.
Although it’s the perfect activity for summer solstice, it would also make a lovely addition to a unit on space or seasons.
Here’s how we made these cheerful sun paintings.
Supplies:
- Sheet of watercolor paper
- Pencil
- Black crayon
- Circular object to use as a template (we used a lid)
- Watercolor paint
- Water
- Paintbrush
- Placemat (optional, but recommended)
Directions:
- Use a pencil to trace your circular object onto the center of your paper.
- Trace over your pencil lines with black crayon. Then draw lines that stretch from the circle to the edges of the paper. These lines will divide your paper into paintable chunks. A strong line will act as a strong boundary when you paint, so don’t be afraid of retracing your crayon lines!
- Use watercolor paint to add color to your drawing. The black wax of the crayon will resist the paint, helping you paint within the lines!
Looking for another project to celebrate summer? Check out this blog post on creating cardboard ice cream treats.
Needing another watercolor project for kids? You may enjoy this marker painting project inspired by the artist Qi Baishi. This art lesson uses one of my favorite painting techniques – all you need is washable marker, water, a brush, and a sheet of paper!
Happy creating, friends!