This watercolour washi tape resist art is great for all ages of children. The technique is really simple and produces an exciting ‘big reveal’ at the end.
Watercolour washi tape resist art
<<< click here to JOIN THE free FIVE DAY ART ADVENTURE >>>
Start by sticking down strips of the washi tape to make a design. Washi tape is great for children to use as it’s really easy to tear the tape, so you don’t need any scissors. You can create any design you like. Lines, solid shapes, your initial…Perhaps start with a simple, bold design to try the technique at first, and then see how you can develop it.
Leave the ends of the tape to hang over the edge of the paper slightly, so they’ll be easier to remove later.
We like to cover the whole page. You can overlap the colours so the edges of the stripes blend together, giving a gentle contrast to the very clear lines of the tape.
Once the paint is dry, it’s time for the big reveal. Carefully peel off your washi tape, trying not to tear the paper at all. If you have overlapping tapes, peel off the top layer first. The tape should come off easily.
Then marvel at the art you have created!:: Do you prefer it with or without the tape?
:: What shapes have you made in between the tape?
:: What does your picture remind you of?:: What shapes could you create with the tape next time?
Try it again!
Five Day Art Adventure – free art classes for your child!
Join my free Five Day Art Adventure and you will receive:
:: five art project guides you can use at home or in class, with children of all ages. Our focus is on fun art explorations that use simple materials – everyone can join in!
The Art Adventure is free to join, delivered via email, and you can join in at any time.
To join the Art Adventure, pop your email address in the box below and I’ll send you your free Five Day Art Adventure resources. It’s as easy as that!
* Your data is safe with us. Learn how we hold, use and protect it.
Leave a Reply