Paint Lab for Kids is an inspiring collection of 52 fresh,
kid-friendly projects for nurturing an artistic spirit and a love of art
through working and playing with paint.
Popular artist and author Stephanie Corfee offers an exciting resource
of easy-to-follow instructions supported throughout with step-by-step,
full-color photographs for projects that teach techniques, stimulate
new ideas, explore color, combine materialsin interesting
ways, and encourage self-expression. Each project sequence
includes a complete materials list, finished sample, and the inspiring
work of a noted artist.
Have fun exploring:
- painting techniques by making folded paper insect monoprints.
- your imagination with a marbled paper galaxy painting.
- color with pencil eraser pointillism.
- mixed media art by embellishing a family photo mounted on canvas.
This book is perfect for anyone who teaches or leads hands-on art
experiences: creative, DIY-inspired parents, families, friends,
homeschoolers, scouting, community, and youth group leaders.
The popular Lab for Kids series features a growing list of books
that share hands-on activities and projects on a wide host of
topics, including art, astronomy, clay, geology, math, and even how to
create your own circus--all authored by established experts in their
fields. Each lab contains a complete materials list, clear
step-by-step photographs of the process, as well as finished
samples. The labs can be used as singular projects or as part of a
yearlong curriculum of experiential learning. The activities are
open-ended, designed to be explored over and over, often with different
results. Geared toward being taught or guided by adults, they are
enriching for a range of ages and skill levels. Gain firsthand knowledge
on your favorite topic with Lab for Kids.
