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Natures Paint Brushes

Today we are exploring the world of textures! In this activity, your Little Bug will gather treasures from outdoors, and learn how each of these treasures leave a unique mark that can create a beautiful piece of art!

Mess
factor

9/10

Time:

30 Minutes

You will need:

-Sticks (one for each paint brush)
-Sellotape or string
-Lots of treasures that you find!
-Paint
-Paper

Benefits

Exploring textures in an exciting way! Speak to your Little Bug about the shape and brush stroke that each own their paintbrushes make, and how they are unique.

  1. Head outdoors, and explore! Collect interesting treasures that you find (suggestions – Long Grasses, Ferns, Pinecones, Flowers, Feathers) and lots of sticks! 
  2. Using a piece of string or sellotape, attach one of your treasures to each of your sticks. You have made your very own paintbrushes!
  3. Lay out your paper and paints. 
  4. One by one, dip your paintbrush into your paint, and dab on your paper! Do they all make different marks and textures on your page?
  5. Can you create a beautiful picture using your special Natures Paint Brushes? 

Sedric says:

How many unique marks can you make with your Natures Paintbrush?

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