Sunday, June 3, 2012

Kids Art: Water Colors and Elmer's Glue...

Last week was my last after school art class for this year....So sad!!  :(
I truly had the best group of kids, and they turned out some fantastic art work!!
I think this last project is proof of their artist ability!! 
These are kids from 1st to 5th grade....
MIGHTY - FINE!!


So here is the fun and simple lesson....


Like usual it started out as a directed draw on the wipe board, this time of my old Betta "Flame"...
(who sadly he is no longer with us).


Any-hoo
After completing their drawing, I had the kids trace over their lines with Elmer's Glue, mixed with black acrylic paint.  (I just gave each glue bottle a few good squirts and then mixed it up the best I could).


I also had them practice on a scrap piece of paper, just to get the hang of it...
You need a nice even pressure on the bottle.
We then left them to dry until the following week...



That's when the real fun began....
Time to paint!!!
The glue works a s a wonderful barrier and keeps the watercolors where they belong...
Well mostly.  :)


And..
The thick Black outlines really make the colors pop!!


Yes I know these last 3 fish aren't Betta's...

My assistant Joanna did the directed draw for these lovelies...
Nice job Joanna!!!

Although this was my last class...don't worry I do have one more
 "Kids Art" project to share with you...
Some very cute hippos.
So...
Check back soon and until next time...
Thanks for dropping by!!!
Denise
 I will be linking up to many of the parties on my side bar...
do check them out!  :)

3 comments:

  1. What a great idea. I've just saved it and plan on doing it with my kids. I'll link back. I've also started following you. Excited to see all your ideas.

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  2. What a fun project! You're so creative. Thanks for stopping by and commenting on my necklace.

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  3. Very cute and such a fun idea for kids. You had some very talented artists in your class. Thank so much for sharing at Etcetorize this week!

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