When it comes to painting techniques, most of us think about watercolor paints. There is so much you can do with these watery colors: resist, wet-on-wet, salting, etc. But if you use liquid tempera paint for most of your art projects, you may feel like you’re stuck with a simple stroke application. For me, tempera paints offer kids the chance to explore paint mixing and achieve bold blasts of color.
This podcast explains why I love using tempera paint, what type of brands are best, and how to get the most out of using tempera paints.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
- Why tempera paints are great to use in a classroom or home setting
- How not all tempera paints are high-quality and what to look for when choosing brands
- Why double loading your paint brush allows for a beautiful application of color (and saves you time)
- How the scratching technique can be tricky, but fun if you keep the shapes abstract
- How smoothing works to encourage children to use more even paint strokes
- Why it’s beneficial to use as little water as possible with your tempera paints
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My best advice for teaching art to kids.
When it comes to painting techniques, most of us think about watercolor paints. There is so much you can do with these watery colors: resist, wet-on-wet, salting, etc. But if you use liquid tempera paint for most of your art projects, you may feel like you’re stuck with a simple stroke application. For me, tempera paints offer kids the chance to explore paint mixing and achieve bold blasts of color.
This podcast explains why I love using tempera paint, what type of brands are best, and how to get the most out of using tempera paints.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
Why tempera paints are great to use in a classroom or home setting
How not all tempera paints are high-quality and what to look for when choosing brands
Why double loading your paint brush allows for a beautiful application of color (and saves you time)
How the scratching technique can be tricky, but fun if you keep the shapes abstract
How smoothing works to encourage children to use more even paint strokes
Why it’s beneficial to use as little water as possible with your tempera paints
LISTEN TO THE SHOW
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SHOW NOTES
Double Loading Painting Technique (with video)
3 Techniques to Try with Tempera Paint
Smoothing Painting Technique (with video)
SHOW NOTES
Double Loading Painting Technique (with video)
3 Techniques to Try with Tempera Paint
Smoothing Painting Technique (with video)
My best advice for teaching art to kids.
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For my first show, I wanted to tell you my story of how I became an art teacher. We all have different paths and this one is mine. I’ll share advice to those who are just starting out as an art teacher and some of my best tips for teaching art to kids.
This episode is for anyone who thinks they may not have the qualifications to be an art teacher. Teaching art to kids doesn’t have to happen inside a classroom. You can teach art at home, at a summer camp and even as a volunteer (like I did).
If you are an art teacher just beginning your journey, I’m sharing my best advice to get you through that tough first year. Download my free handout and keep it in your teacher planner and refer to it when you have a tough day.
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SHOW NOTES:
Drawing With Children: A Creative Method for Adult Beginners, Too
Art Lab for Kids: 52 Creative Adventures in Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Paper, and Mixed Media-For Budding Artists of All Ages (Lab Series)
National Art Convention
CreativeLive- free online classes
Art Teachers Facebook Group
Website:Â Painted Paper in the Art Room (Laura Lohmann)
Website:Â Art of Education
Book:Â Classroom Management for Art, Music, and PE Teachers
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Thank you for sharing! I think your techniques are fascinating and we are definitely going to try them!