Projects

Each project contains a guiding prompt and inspiration images. Kids are encouraged to play and try techniques, and to see and think simply in line, shape, color, texture, and variety. Above all, Kea projects are designed to be pressure free, therapeutic and fun.

September: The ART of Movement

Play with circles and curved lines to create movement art. Use artist Sonia Delauney as inspiration.

PLAY: line, marker, oil pastel, interfacing

November: The ART of Infinity

What does infinity mean to you? Sculpt your idea of infinity or create a dotted pumpkin inspired by artist Yayoi Kusama.

PLAY: Clay, beads, wire, clay building techniques

February: The ART of Love and Courage

What does a heart symbolize to you? Love or courage? Use the artists Jim Dine, and Julian Trevelyan to create a love or courage rock.

PLAY: Acrylic paint pens, space, rocks

April: The ART of Dogs

What are dogs thinking? Practice drawing upside down. Draw then paint a dog inspired by the artist George Rodrigo.

PLAY: Drawing, watercolor techniques

October: The ART of Swirling Skies

How does night make you feel? Create a near and far night drawing. Use Vincent Van Gogh as inspiration.

PLAY: cardboard, sand, glue

January: The Art of Calligraphy

What letter or word makes or breaks you? Play with the art of lettering through the art of Jessica Hirsch.

PLAY: Modeling clay, tooth pics, clay techniques

March: The Art of Printmaking

Practice print-making in gold, and get inspired by Artist Gustav Klint. Include a face as a peek-a-boo part of your work.

PLAY: Found objects, craft foam, wooden blocks

May: The Art of Balance

What makes something sturdy or comfortable? Play with the art of balance. Construct a building, tower, home or chair.

PLAY: cardboard, recycleables, fabric