Leaf print art supply list for kids
This art activity is for children making prints from sturdy leaves with visible veins. Use leaves collected from a permitted garden or purchased greens.
What to buy
Sturdy kale leaves
Large white drawing paper
Washable tempera paint
Foam brayers
Paint trays
Cardstock backing sheets
Washable markers
Glue sticks
Paper towels
Baby wipes
Plastic tablecloth
Aprons or oversized shirts
Who this list is for
Kids making leaf print art can use this list to create prints from sturdy kale leaves with visible veins. It is a simple painting activity for a classroom table or home art session using permitted leaves or purchased greens.
How to use this list
Cover the table with a plastic tablecloth and put on aprons or oversized shirts. Place sturdy kale leaves vein-side up, add washable tempera paint to paint trays, and use foam brayers to roll a thin layer of paint across the leaf. Press the painted leaf onto large white drawing paper, then lift it straight up. Mount dry prints on cardstock backing sheets and add labels or drawings with washable markers and glue sticks.
Common mistakes
Do not load the foam brayer with too much paint; thick paint can hide the leaf veins. Avoid sliding the leaf across the drawing paper after pressing, which can blur the print. Keep baby wipes and paper towels nearby so paint is cleaned before it transfers to other surfaces.
What is on this list
The materials are sturdy kale leaves, large white drawing paper, washable tempera paint, foam brayers, and paint trays. Cardstock backing sheets, washable markers, glue sticks, paper towels, baby wipes, a plastic tablecloth, and aprons or oversized shirts handle finishing and cleanup. Cross off items you already own.
When you are done
Let prints dry flat before gluing them to cardstock backing sheets. Wipe brayers, trays, and the table with paper towels or baby wipes. Dispose of used leaves and keep the finished leaf art flat until fully dry.
FAQ
Who is "Leaf print art supply list for kids" for?
Kids making leaf print art can use this list to create prints from sturdy kale leaves with visible veins. It is a simple painting activity for a classroom table or home art session using permitted leaves or purchased greens.
How should I use "Leaf print art supply list for kids"?
Cover the table with a plastic tablecloth and put on aprons or oversized shirts. Place sturdy kale leaves vein-side up, add washable tempera paint to paint trays, and use foam brayers to roll a thin layer of paint across the leaf. Press the painted leaf onto large white drawing paper, then lift it straight up. Mount dry prints on cardstock backing sheets an…
What should I skip or avoid with "Leaf print art supply list for kids"?
Do not load the foam brayer with too much paint; thick paint can hide the leaf veins. Avoid sliding the leaf across the drawing paper after pressing, which can blur the print. Keep baby wipes and paper towels nearby so paint is cleaned before it transfers to other surfaces.
What is on the "Leaf print art supply list for kids" list?
The materials are sturdy kale leaves, large white drawing paper, washable tempera paint, foam brayers, and paint trays. Cardstock backing sheets, washable markers, glue sticks, paper towels, baby wipes, a plastic tablecloth, and aprons or oversized shirts handle finishing and cleanup. Cross off items you already own.
What should I do when I am done?
Let prints dry flat before gluing them to cardstock backing sheets. Wipe brayers, trays, and the table with paper towels or baby wipes. Dispose of used leaves and keep the finished leaf art flat until fully dry.
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