Art Lab for Kids
52 Creative Adventures in Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Paper, and Mixed Media-For Budding Artists of All Ages
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc
Published:1st Mar '12
Should be back in stock very soon
This book offers a wealth of ideas for creating fine art with children, featuring diverse projects that inspire creativity and personal expression.
The book Art Lab for Kids serves as an inspiring resource for engaging children in the world of fine art. It offers 52 creative and fun step-by-step projects, organized into weekly lessons that encourage young artists to explore their own unique voices and styles. Starting with drawing, the book progresses through various mediums such as painting, printmaking, paper collage, and mixed media, making it a versatile guide for both parents and educators.
Each lesson is thoughtfully connected to the work of contemporary artists, showcasing their distinctive techniques and approaches. This connection not only enhances the learning experience but also allows children to see how their creations can reflect their individuality. The projects are designed to be flexible, enabling them to be tackled individually or as part of a comprehensive year of artistic exploration.
Art Lab for Kids emphasizes the joy of creation, featuring activities like whimsical scratchboard drawings, textured watercolor landscapes, and printmaking with everyday produce. With clear instructions and vibrant photographs illustrating the process, the book demonstrates how different interpretations can arise from the same lesson, fostering a sense of creativity in every participant. Ideal for families, community groups, and art teachers, this book is a valuable addition to any creative curriculum.
"Written by a couple who run a successful combination art gallery and art school for children, this book presents the authors’ most popular art projects for youngsters, covering an ambitious range of materials and techniques. This guide offers a greater-than-average number of open-ended and inventive projects that can be taught to younger children and teens alike. Each project is paired with an example of a work by a modern master or living artist. Many photographs illustrate techniques and show children deeply engaged in creativity. VERDICT: Recommended particularly for teachers and parents." - Library Journal
"I love Susan's Art Lab series and reference them in the Art Studio often. They're easy to follow, full of images, and directed at open-ended exploration - exactly the kind of reference I need for my own busy home." - Meghan Burch, Art Studio Educator, The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, Amherst, MA
ISBN: 9781592537655
Dimensions: 216mm x 216mm x 19mm
Weight: 479g
144 pages