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These watercolor monsters make a fun and colorful Halloween art project for kids that is simple to set up with watercolors and straws.
Can you believe Halloween is in a week? We love a fun and colorful Halloween project! These watercolor monsters fit the bill. This blow painting project is simple, colorful, and can be set up in minutes! It utilizes a fun art process called straw painting . The best part is no monsters are alike!
This fun Halloween art project for kids is an excellent way for children to unleash their creativity and get into the Halloween spirit. Here’s how to make these spooky splashes!
Watercolor Monster Materials – Blow Painting
- Watercolor paper
- Liquid Watercolor paints (assorted colors) we love these with droppers
- Straws
- Googly eyes (various sizes for extra fun!)
- Glue
INSTRUCTONS
Step 1: Set your art area
Prepare your workspace by laying down newspapers or a tablecloth to catch any stray drips or splashes.
Step 2: Splash of Madness
Let the kids choose their favorite spooky colors. Encourage them to experiment with a few drops of watercolor directly onto the paper. There’s no right or wrong here – the more random, the better! The blobs of paint will become the bodies of the monsters, so they can be any shape or size.
Step 3: Blow and Grow Your Monster
Now comes the super fun part! Have the kids take their straws and blow through them to push the paint across the paper. The colors will bleed into each other and create unique, unpredictable shapes. Remind them they can blow from different directions to expand their monster outlines.
Step 4: Monsterfication
Once your watercolor blobs are dry, it’s time to bring those monsters to life! Use the craft glue to attach googly eyes to your creature. The more eyes, the spookier! Let your kids’ imaginations run wild here. They can create one-eyed cyclops monsters, or perhaps a friendly creature with eyes all over!
What to with your watercolor monsters
For those who want to take their monsters to the next level, use a black marker or pen to draw mouths, teeth, horns, or tentacles. This step allows for each monster to truly come into its own with a personality. Encourage your kids to name their monsters and invent unique stories about them.
How to display your monster art
Once the monstrous creations are complete, display them around the house as part of your Halloween decor. You could sign each and give them away as Halloween cards! Or attach a candy treat to them!
Conclusion
Creating watercolor monsters is more than just a craft. It teaches children the beauty of perfectly imperfect art and the value of artistic expression. Plus, it’s a spooktacular way to spend quality family time during the Halloween season. So, get out those paints and let the monstrous magic begin! Happy Halloween! 🎨👻
Colorful Watercolor Monsters: Fun Halloween Kids Art
Materials
- Watercolor paper
- Liquid Watercolor paints (assorted colors) we love these with droppers
- Straws
- Googly eyes (various sizes for extra fun!)
- Glue
Instructions
Step 1: Set your art area
Prepare your workspace by laying down newspapers or a tablecloth to catch any stray drips or splashes.
Step 2: Splash of Madness
Let the kids choose their favorite spooky colors. Encourage them to experiment with a few drops of watercolor directly onto the paper. There's no right or wrong here – the more random, the better! The blobs of paint will become the bodies of the monsters, so they can be any shape or size.
Step 3: Blow and Grow Your Monster
Now comes the super fun part! Have the kids take their straws and blow through them to push the paint across the paper. The colors will bleed into each other and create unique, unpredictable shapes. Remind them they can blow from different directions to expand their monster outlines.
Step 4: Monsterfication
Once your watercolor blobs are dry, it's time to bring those monsters to life! Use the craft glue to attach googly eyes to your creature. The more eyes, the spookier! Let your kids' imaginations run wild here. They can create one-eyed cyclops monsters, or perhaps a friendly creature with eyes all over!
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