Paint Lab for Kids (Lab for Kids #5)
by Stephanie Corfee (Author)
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 materials in 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.
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Even though "for kids" is included in the title, this guide is actually aimed at adults-primarily parents and teachers-to help them share creative time with their children and students. Painter and graphic designer Corfee (Fashion Design Workshop) offers projects that can help children discover painting, building their imaginations and confidence. After a short introductory section addressing supplies, cleanup, and general tips for making art with children, 52 designs are presented. The projects are step by step, but improvisation and experimentation are highly encouraged. The activities, appropriate for a range of ages, with many including adaptations for both the younger and more advanced set, are arranged in sections: basic technique; ideas and imagination; color interaction and mixing; mixed media; and inspiration. All projects employ painting, with numerous types of paint and other media, such as printmaking and collage, included. -VERDICT This guide has great potential for educational and parenting crossover appeal.
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Painter, illustrator, and graphic designer Stephanie Corfee is the author of several books on art and illustration, including Paint Lab for Kids, Fashion Design Workshop, Creative Doodling & Beyond, and Creative Illustration & Beyond. She has licensed her artwork for use on home goods, wall decor, apparel, and other products to such clients as Lil Blue Boo, Oopsy Daisy, and Target, and sells commissioned artwork, prints of her illustrations, and one-of-a-kind accessories online. Stephanie also offers tutorials, downloads, and online workshops on her website/blog, StephanieCorfee.com. She lives outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
CRA024000 - Crafts & Hobbies | Painting
FAM002000 - Family & Relationships | Activities
ART020000 - Art | Techniques | Painting
Technique
ART / Techniques / Painting
ART / Techniques / General
