Blob Art Friends
Thursday, March 4, 2021
Using a little bit of paint and a whole lot of imagination, follow these steps to make a picture full of color and personality.
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By: Sean Evans, guest teaching artist
Using a little bit of paint and a whole lot of imagination, follow these steps to make a picture full of color and personality.
Read MoreTuesday, October 13, 2020
By: Liesl Mahoney, Associate Educator for School & Family Programs
With the heat and humidly finally behind us, it's the perfect time of year to enjoy the great outdoors before it gets too cold. During your next outside adventure, collect some of the colorful leaves of the season and then turn them into a beautiful fall wreath for your home.
Continue ReadingTuesday, September 15, 2020
By: Sean Evans, education intern
Mandalas are geometric patterns that are often used as symbols in a variety of spiritual traditions. Typically they feature a radial design that is made of intricate geometric patterns. Taking inspiration from mandalas, this DIY activity will help you think outside of the box about how...
Continue ReadingTuesday, September 8, 2020
By: Theresa Danberg, education intern
It’s easy to make your own cardboard weaving loom at home. Add some yarn, natural materials and creativity and you will soon have a beautiful nature weaving to hang up and enjoy. To prepare for this project, gather up natural treasures you can find during your next nature walk, trip to the beach...
Continue ReadingTuesday, September 1, 2020
By: Oli Boyer, Education Intern
With the world in bloom, artists can find endless inspiration outdoors. This DIY project will show you how to make a one-of-a-kind canvas wall-hanging using flowers and leaves. So get your plant clippers ready and see what you can find!
Continue ReadingMonday, August 24, 2020
By: Sean Evans, education intern
Find inspiration in the impressionist style of painting with this fun, kid-friendly activity that swaps out messy paints for washable markers and a rainy day!
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