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Showing posts with label process art. Show all posts
Showing posts with label process art. Show all posts

Friday, September 17, 2010

Anyway it Doughs!

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On a particular day, this is what lil guy wanted to create. He was given the freedom to pile, to move, to mold and to stack playdough, cookie cutters and curly bubble blowers.   Maybe, it was tombs in a grave yard.  I mean, the timing was near Halloween. Maybe it was ducks on the pond, something we like to go and see.

What it ended up being actually isn't nearly as important as what he was doing: creating and bringing a thought to reality.  When we allow kids to bring their imaginations to life we allow their lil brains to grow and develop these awesome problem solving skills that ALL kids need to get through life.  Another very factual point...it's just down right FUN!!!

Thursday, September 16, 2010

William Flewellen Heard: Artist

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The JOY from creating...expressing all that's inside is for EVERYONE! Yes.. it can be messy and yes that is OK!!

more from this amazing artist using a plastic spoon and a styrofoam ball to accomodate his grip

Sunday, October 5, 2008

"Painting" with Dough

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For me, there are a few people that I think I want to be just like when I grow up! One of those people is MaryAnn Kohl. I was lucky enough to meet her a few years ago during a conference I was a part of for our local NAEYC affiliate, LordFairfax AEYC. She is such a neat lady and I found such inspiration in her as a teacher and a creative person. If you don't know who she is or know much about process art, I encourage you to take a look at my links to find out more. During this conference, she shared with us an idea of using play dough to "paint'. As with all process art, the concept is EASY. You provide an environment for creativity, to allow the children to develop an idea of their own creation.

Provide the children with a variety of colors.

Use poster board or some other sturdy canvas.

Allow the children to smear the dough.

They can use their fingers or tools.

Children can draw in details.

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