EASY WAYS FOR KIDS TO MAKE ART WITH

PAINT

PICASSO

PICASSO

Every Child is an artist.

Finger Paint

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Let's start with something super easy and completely mess-free!  Younger kids can "finger paint" inside a plastic bag for a cool painting experience without clean up.

Bath Paint

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Make your own bathtub paint and making bath time your artist studio.  All you need is dish soap, cornstarch, water and food coloring...and a little imagination!

Dab Paint

3

Use a cotton ball and your favorite paint for this easy and lovely dab effect.  Kids can do this to create a scene of their own or on a craft like this snail paper plate masterpiece.

Big Paint

4

Fasten a big piece of butcher paper to the backyard fence or check out this big inflatable art easel for outside.  Big art just got natural light & easy clean up!

Stamp Paint

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This flower garden painting is created from recycled water bottles...see how the flower looks just like the bottom of a water bottle?  Raid your recycling bin and get creative!

Name Paint

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Start by applying alphabet stickers to the canvas and then using finger paint (or any painting technique) on top.  After it is dry, remove the stickers and see your name!

Smell Paint

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Make your own scratch & sniff paint out of glue, water and your favorite gelatin flavors.  Makes a great paint for card making or just for fun!

Tape Paint

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Start by placing some painter's tape strategically on your canvas.  Paint between & on top of the tape and then reveal the masterpiece once it dries.

Marble Paint

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Place your paper at the bottom of a pan or baking sheet, add a few drops of paint and some marbles.  Roll the marbles through the paint in a very satisfying artistic endeavor!

Make Paint

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Our last idea today is really 15 ideas!  15 easy ways to make homemade paint which will keep you creating for days and days...

Handprint Art

5

A 1 year old's first artistic project can be handprint art!  The added benefit is that it can be a lovely keepsake for those who love the little artist!