Description
A fun and educational art project combining creativity and color science, perfect for kids on a rainy day.
Ingredients
- White school glue (PVA)
- Table salt (fine grain)
- Liquid watercolors, food coloring, or liquid water-based paints
- Heavyweight paper or watercolor paper
- Paintbrushes, droppers, or pipettes
- Tray or newspaper (to catch excess salt)
Instructions
- Draw with Glue: Use white school glue to create patterns or shapes on heavyweight paper.
- Sprinkle Salt: While the glue is still wet, generously sprinkle fine grain table salt over the designs.
- Paint the Salt: Dip a paintbrush or dropper into liquid watercolors and touch the salt lines with the color.
- Layer Colors: Add additional colors next to each other for dynamic effects.
- Dry & Display: Allow the painting to air-dry completely for 30 to 60 minutes before displaying.
Notes
Experiment with different types of paper and encourage kids to be creative with their designs. Use thicker glue lines for raised effects.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Art Project
- Method: Handcrafting
- Cuisine: N/A