Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will learn how to paint with oils and acrylics and create your own masterpiece!
Materials and Prep
Materials:
- Oil paint set
- Acrylic paint set
- Paintbrushes
- Canvas or sturdy paper
- Water cup
- Palette for mixing colors
Prep:
- Cover your workspace with newspaper or a plastic tablecloth to avoid spills.
- Wear an apron or old clothes to protect yourself from paint.
Activities
1. Experiment with mixing colors on your palette to create new shades.
2. Practice different brush strokes like dots, lines, and swirls on a practice sheet.
3. Create a painting of your favorite animal or scenery using both oils and acrylics.
Talking Points
- Let's start by choosing our favorite colors to use in our painting. Remember, there are no mistakes in art, just happy accidents! - Bob Ross
- When mixing colors, think about what happens when you mix blue and yellow. What color do you get? - Encourage creativity!
- Each brush stroke is like magic on the canvas. You can make your painting come to life with every stroke you make. - Inspire imagination!
- Don't forget to step back and admire your work from a distance. Sometimes, a different perspective can give you new ideas. - Appreciate the process!