Color Swell - A Joke About Artist's Dogs and an Art Project about Fingerprint Animals

Here's a silly joke about artist's dogs and instructions for an art project called "Fingerprint Animals".  

Joke About Art Supplies

Q: What’s an artist’s favorite type of dog?
A: A doodle.

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Project:  Fingerprint Animals

Materials Needed:

• Color Swell watercolors or tempera non-toxic paint in various colors
• White paper
• Color Swell Markers
• Safety mat: old newspaper or old cloth.

Instructions:

• Step 1: Prepare your work area for your mat, paper, paints, and markers.
• Step 2: Choose paint a finger (lightly for tempera paint) and press onto the paper to create fingerprints.
• Step 3: Use different colored fingerprints to create different animal. For example, use brown for a bear or black for a ant.
• Step 4: After the fingerprints dry, use markers or pens to add details such as eyes, ears, and other features.
• Step 5: Let the artwork dry completely before displaying or framing.

Tips for Success:

• Supervision: Depending on the age group, adult supervision may be needed, especially when using scissors, glue, or any potentially messy materials.
• Encouragement: Encourage creativity and experimentation. Art projects are a great opportunity for kids to explore their imagination.
• Display: Once completed, display the artwork proudly! It boosts children's confidence and encourages further creativity.