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May 31, 2020

Creative Structures

Construct a simple 3D structure, hands-on activity allows you to explore balance, strength, joining and design whilst learning the...

May 31, 2020

Get creative with Collage

Collage has been explored by many different artists for hundreds of years and can be found in lots of different art movements like...

May 19, 2020

Make an instant book

A really simple and fun book making project. Draw, write or collage in the book page Be creative, this book is for you it can be a story...

May 11, 2020

Playful Printing

A simple printmaking activity, using paper stencils and every day objects from around the home to create layered prints. This activity...

May 4, 2020

Colourful Paper Weaving

Pattern with paper: Paper-weaving, exploring colour interaction, pattern and composition inspired by textile artist Anni Albers. Explore...

Apr 25, 2020

Make Your Mark Activity 2

Create fun and unusual drawing tools to create unique marks, approaching drawing in a new challenging and exciting way. This activity...

Apr 20, 2020

Mark Making Activity 1

Discover innovative ways of creating unique marks, using a wide variety of mark making tools and mediums. What is a mark? A mark can...

Apr 13, 2020

Create digital paintings of your garden

An exercise in looking and drawing, using digital technology inspired by David Hockney You might just need some adult support You will...

Apr 6, 2020

Pop-up spring garden

Create your own pop-up card Really easy to make, celebrate the joy of spring and send to loved ones. You will need: . A4 Card or thick...

Mar 31, 2020

3D Paper Construction

Think architecture, think playground? Simple activity exploring the possibilities of paper construction Perfect activity for both child...

Mar 25, 2020

Mini Art Books: Really simple and quick to make.

Gather your art materials together for this project! You might just need a little adult support. When closed, my landscape book front...