Photo by Jamie Plain
This simple watercolor heart activity is a creative way for kids (and adults!) to explore color, pattern, and self-expression while making something meaningful. Using basic supplies and a heart template, artists of all ages can experiment with watercolor paints and bold outlines to create a one-of-a-kind piece of art. It’s an easy, relaxing project that encourages creativity without rules — just imagination.
This craft is brought to you by the Owensboro Museum of Fine Art, which continues to inspire creativity in our community through accessible, hands-on art experiences for all ages.
What You’ll Need:
›› 2 pieces of drawing or watercolor paper (printer paper will work, too!)
›› Permanent marker
›› Pencil
›› Heart template
›› Watercolor paints (markers/crayons/colored pencils can be used if watercolors are not accessible)
›› Cup of water
›› Paper towels
›› Paint brush
›› Plate (for mixing colors, if needed)
›› Scissors
Instructions:
1) Making your heart template:
Use your pencil & one piece of paper to draw a heart, cut it out, & use it as a shape to trace hearts on your paper. This heart should be about the size of your hand.
2) Use your heart shape & permanent marker to trace lots of hearts that overlap all over your remaining piece of paper.
Tip: You do not want to make too many small spaces. It will be hard to fill them in with color.
3) Fill a cup with water, then use your watercolors to paint each space with a different color. Dip your brush in a little bit of water and mix it with the paint – remember, do not use too much water!
Tip: If you do not have watercolor paints, you may use crayons, colored pencils, or markers.
Tip: Using a plate, you can always mix colors to make new ones!
4) Let your piece dry well and you are all done!!
