Hello art students! Below are some notes about art supplies.
Since it can be very challenging for us to purchase supplies, I have designed lessons that focus on our drawing practice. This can be done with whatever supplies you can gather.
STUDENTS:
Have you been able to gather any supplies for art?
Most or all of these activities can be done with any paper, pencil, and eraser.
Look around your home to see what else you can find!
What materials do you feel excited to use?
What other materials did you find?
color pencils
markers
origami paper (or make your own out of recycled materials like envelopes, food wrappers etc.)
scissors
glue
oil pastels
gel pens
liquid tempera paint
watercolors
Other fun possibilities for supplies:
paint brush: q-tips, cotton balls, sponges, sticks or an old toothbrush?
paints: old coffee grounds or tea bags with a little water?
recycled paper: blank envelopes, the back of an old flier, bags, boxes, packaging?
FOR PARENTS:
OPTIONAL SUPPLIE$:
Times are challenging, but if you are looking to purchase additional supplies, here are a few links that might help with your search. Most of these are Amazon links, but you can search for them in other sites like eBay or overstock. You are always welcome to contact me with any questions, concerns or comments.
COLOR PENCIL & CRAYONS:
ANY brand of crayons or color pencils will work well for elementary level art making.
This is a fancy professional brand of color pencils for about $8
PAPERS:
Students can use plain paper for any drawing or paper project.
Students can also do all drawing projects using a dollar store paper or even notebook paper or composition books or sketchbooks.
8.5 x 11in. or 9 x 12 in. size paper works well for many drawing/painting projects.
PAINTING:
If you are painting, I recommend a heavy white construction paper. The lighter papers under 60 or 80lbs can sometimes fall apart easily if overly saturated with paint.
12 x 18 in. paper size works well for all grade levels, especially TK & K and can be cut down to smaller sizes. This paper can be used with wet and dry media.
BLICK has 100 sheets of (12 x 18 in.) 80 lb paper for $3.15 https://www.dickblick.com/items/10209-1043/
This fancier paper or something like it can be used with wet or dry media: 30 sheets of (9 x 12 in.) 80 lb paper for $5.97
OTHER CREATIVE TOOLS:
If you are looking to purchase some supplies for art activities that promote more self directed learning and exploration, these 3 items may provide more support students including students with special needs or learning challenges.
CLAY:
Modeling clay comes in many colors and never dries. Working with clay helps with fine motor skills and muscular development. This clay is sensitive to temperature and gets softer (warmer) the more it is handled.
Modeling clay can last months or even years. We traditionally store the clay in zip locks:
(click on image to see an example)
Another good option for modeling clay:
MAGNETIC TILES:
Students love working with magnetic tiles. I use magnetic tiles to help students learn how to collaborate in creative art making. There are many brands to choose from, but you can start here to see what's out there:
(click on image for an example)
STENCILS:
Drawing and coloring are also good practice for minds at any age. Stencils are another way students can practice building skills and confidence in drawing.
You can make stencils out of a sturdy paper found object and/or you can purchase them.
(click on image for an example)
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