Big Paintings: A Process-Based Art Activity

Encourage children to explore the magic of painting with this easy process-based art activity! Can art be play? YES. Art can be considered play for children when it is focused on the process and not the end product. This type of creating is refered to as process-based art. Process-based art is art that is focused… Continue reading Big Paintings: A Process-Based Art Activity

Tape Resist: Line Paintings for Kids

These tape resist paintings will give any artist stunning results – regardless of their age or ability! Tape resist is one of those art techniques that makes creating a beautiful painting attainable for artists of all ages and abilities. This is one of my favorite strategies to use with special-needs students. It has allowed me… Continue reading Tape Resist: Line Paintings for Kids

“Leaf Man” Craft for Kids

Foster creativity and connection to nature with this leaf craft for kids! One of my favorite things about art is how compatible it is with other subjects. This art project accompanies the children’s book Leaf Man by Lois Ehlert. In other words, this art lesson helps you make the most of your limited instruction time! Here’s how… Continue reading “Leaf Man” Craft for Kids

Ghost Paintings: Using Wax Resist

This Halloween watercolor painting for kids is low-prep and the perfect way to introduce the technique of wax resist! These ghost paintings for kids is low-prep and oh-so-magical. The perfect way to celebrate Halloween, this art project also serves as an introduction to the watercolor technique of wax resist. Wax resist is a technique that… Continue reading Ghost Paintings: Using Wax Resist

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