Painting on a Canvas

"Art is awesome and should be explored by everyone! Art is not just fancy painting in a museum. It helps you learn about the world by looking at thing in new ways. Art also lets you express yourself through your imagination." ~ pg. 6 Painting on a Canvas is a collection of art projects for kids. The main chapters cover topics like drawing, painting, paper art and sculpture. This book encourages children to awaken their inner artist. Throughout the book there are spotlights of famous artists so you can read about Pablo Picasso and Michelangelo. There are discussions of art techniques and fun 3-D projects. Each project has a "What You Need" section so you can gather items needed before beginning an art adventure. Some of thee projects in this book include: Through a Keyhole - use your imagination to draw what you might see through a keyhole Van Gogh's Sky - use bright colors not necessarily found in the sky Straw Painting The Magic of Mosaics - use multicolored construction paper to create pictures Stained Glass Window - use tissue paper to create various effects Crazy Coil Bowls - make bowls from clay A few items to have around the house inclue tape, drawing paper, poster paints, drinking straws, pipe cleaners, tissue paper, white glue, modeling clay, popsicle sticks, paintbrushes and pencils. ~The Rebecca Review