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Art for KidsOverview
Art opens up a new world for children, and has been attributed to improving their creativity and self-confidence. Art helps to develop communication and coordination skills. Art is not reserved to any age group. Adults and kids of all ages can create a masterpiece.
Prepare
If you are painting with children, it is best to go outside. They will enjoy working on an art project in nature, and you will enjoy less clean-up. Prepare your brushes, canvas and paints beforehand and let your child know the rules of your project. For more mature artists, pick a location that inspires your imagination and creative right-brain.
Painting Tools
The best art projects begin with anything other than a paint brush. Using your fingers and toes, sticks or feathers, squirt bottles or blow paints will all make your art project memorable. You may also uses shapes such as sponges or round lids for your artwork. The more objects you use, the more your art project will show your personality.
Squirt Bottle
Squirt bottle art gives you a different result with each use. Fill a squirt bottle with water-based paint and just start spraying. Ensure you have plenty of room to spray in the event that you spray off the canvas.
Abstract
Abstract ArtAbstract art does not have a centrally focused subject and does not represent natural objects, but rather uses color to form a composition. It is more difficult than it may seem. Most successful abstract artists have been trained for a long time.
Still Life
Still Life ArtA still life painting is of an object, or objects that do not move. Fruit bowls, vases or a flower arrangements are popular still life pictures. The artist sets it up in-studio to study the object before getting started. The painting will have specific detail such as shape, shadow and the lighting.
Clean-Up
Following each art project, clean up is essential. You do not want brushes to dry out or keep paints exposed. Wash brushes thoroughly. If you use fragile objects such as feathers, simply discard them. Close all paint containers and clear the area for your next project.
