Abstract Shapes and Colors
Explore non-representational, abstract art through use of color and design.
Level: Intermediate
Van Aken Product(s):
Jazz liquid tempera, Jr. Jazz 'truly washable', Jazz School, or Jazz Gloss
Materials:
- Jazz paint in assorted colors
- thick white paper
- assorted paint brushes and/or markers
- scissors
- glue, paste, rubber cement
- paint trays
- water
- newspaper
Procedure:
- cover work area with newspaper
- paint entire paper surface with colors and designs of choice and let dry
- cut out different shapes
- glue shapes onto second sheet of paper in desired pattern and allow to dry
- accentuate favorite features with a markers or paint brushes
Handy hints:
Paint that is too thick may crack and fall off of the paper after drying. Encourage freedom of expression without concern for it looking like something. Music makes a nice accompaniment with this project.