11/18 Kindergarten Art

Hello Artists,

This week in art we will be making family portraits. To start listen to the fun song about families in the video above.

Supplies:

-home frame (sent home at last supply pick up)

-markers

-pencil

-watercolors

-water cup

-paint brush

Instructions:

Watch the video above for full instructions. Start by drawing your family with a pencil on the center of the home frame.
Use watercolors to add color and remember to use the magic of color mixing to create skin tones for your family.
When you are done with your family portrait you can decorate your frame using markers.

I can't wait to see your wonderful family portraits!

💜

Melissa

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