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Hillsboro 2021 Summer Event Video
Golden Road Arts is creating workshops focused on art from the recommended books with lessons based on art literacy. The Hillsboro Library suggested the following titles
Wassily Kandinsky – Russian Abstract Painter
Art for kids can be both educational and fun, especially when exploring the works of Wassily Kandinsky. By creating art projects inspired by this abstract
Piet Mondrian – Dutch Abstract Painter
A meaningful way to encourage creativity in children is through learning about notable artists from the past. By incorporating the styles of famous artists into
Easy Art Projects With Crayons, Markers, Tape and Paper
Encouraging resourcefulness is one of the reasons why kids need art from a young age. If you have access to some household art materials, the
Water-Based Paint Projects with Barbara and Artey
Creating art at home doesn’t need to be complicated. With some simple materials and a creative approach, kids can work on art projects covering many
Making Portraits Using Simple Household Items
Creating portraits is one of the most fun and rewarding art lessons for the classroom or home. Using some accessible art materials, kids learn how
How to Draw Animals From Simple Shapes
From learning about the anatomy of different mammals to improving hand-eye coordination, drawing animals presents many benefits. A key reason why kids need art is
Making Finger Puppets and Learning About Texture
Part of the fun of creating art at home is turning simple household items into an engaging art project. Kids take a great deal of
How to Draw Faces With Barbara Mason
The best art lessons for kids allow for varying degrees of complexity and creativity. For example, a portrait could be a simple line drawing based
How to Make a Collage
Creating a collage is the perfect art project for at home or in the classroom. The process helps kids engage their imagination and build their
Creating Tunnel Books
Creating a tunnel book is an engaging art project for the classroom or the home. By combining storytelling with multi-dimensional art, kids learn about depth
Water-Soluble Foil Printing
In this lesson, Barbara Mason demonstrates the foil printing process using water-soluble ink. This guide will help school children understand printmaking with the use of
How to Create Art With Lines and Shapes
Artist and printmaker Barbara Mason demonstrates the importance of lines and shapes in art in this simple lesson. Students will learn how lines are used
Scratch-Foam Printing With Water-Soluble Inks
Artist, printmaker and educator, Barbara Mason demonstrates scratch-foam printing as a classroom art activity. The lesson uses water-soluble inks to help children understand how their
