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Drawing, For Kids August 29, 2019

Easy Leaf Art for Kids

Here in Ohio it’s almost fall.  That’s when a spectacular display of color takes over for a week or two. I love connecting the beauty of nature to the arts- it’s so easy!  Nature just offers so many color,s textures, and details to appreciate. This easy leaf art for kids uses free printable leaf templates and chalk pastels to create deceivingly complex layers of colorful leaves!

Drawing, For Kids July 23, 2018

Wet Chalk-A New Drawing Experience

Taking old materials and bringing new life to them is one of the most exciting parts of being an art teacher.  This wet chalk drawing process does juts that.  Take the dirty stubs of chalk, add some water and check out the bright colors that are hiding underneath! 

Drawing, For Kids September 27, 2016

Glue Drawing with Chalk

Chalk pastels are vibrant, dusty sticks of super blendable color- which makes them perfect for young artists!  This unique technique combines dried glue outlines that give a little structure to bold and bright chalk pastels colors!