Children equate art with drawing. Many base their art confidence on their ability to draw. It takes practice. So giving children the time, space and materials to practice is key in helping foster their confidence. Breaking it down in shapes is key.
Materials to start the process: pencils, good quality eraser, sharpener and a blank art book.
Listed below are some websites and some of my favourite drawing books. Many of which can be found in your local library.
Websites
Incredible C@rtoon Lessons For older children
Art for Kids Hub Fantastic resource for how to draw and paint a variety of objects and characters in video format
Hello Kids Video and Step by Step tutorial
Kids Front: For younger kids. Step by step with a click of a button.
Drawing How to Draw Video, Step by Step tutorial and written instructions.
Books
Ed Emberley. He has a series of books very popular with children.
1, 2,3 I Can Draw Kids Can Press
Step by Step Drawing Book by Usborne Books, Check out their many other titles.
My favourite is the Kids Can Draw series by Phillippe Legendre. Here are some samples from students.
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