Art Making from Kindergarten to Graduation
My high school printmaking class continued making printing pates with common art room materials as we introduced different print methods and techniques. Glue was an obvious choice to use for our printing plates since most classrooms have an abundance of it. Materials Glue (white, tacky, or hot glue) Cardboard or card stock Brayer Brush Block… Continue reading Printmaking with Glue
Mandala, Sanskrit for circle, is a design made up of geometric symbols and can be used for spiritual meditation and focusing one’s attention. Mandalas can be found in several religions, including Hinduism and Buddhism, and can be dated back to the first century BC. Due to its repetitive nature, mandalas make a great printmaking project… Continue reading Printmaking Mandalas
Introducing Kindergarten to printmaking is a fun and creative process by using legos. This project lets you give your students creative freedom while also making the process relevant to them (since many kids have been introduced to legos by this grade). With these easy steps, lego print robots can become a favorite project among your… Continue reading Lego Print Robots
In the Art Room with Mrs. D 