make a Mesh Painting
Whether for the exploration of process art or to create the appearance of texture for collage making, this is a great activity in that it relies on items within your recycle box to create the fun!
you'll need Materials
- Mesh-like items (such as the bag from onions, lemons, avocados)
- Items with holes from packaging etc.
- Paper (we used watercolour and/or cardstock)
- Craft tray
- Paint
- Paint brushes (with stiff bristles)
- Tape
We always find a smock helpful too:
Directions
- Don your smock. Lay your paper in your craft tray. Tape down your mesh.
- This process works best with a dry brush dipped in the paint, dabbing in an up an down motion, rather than painting across.
- We then carefully removed our mesh bags and taped on the plastic piece with the holes, creating a layered effect. You could wait in between in between layers allowing drying time.
- Volia!
Purpose
- Exploring various techniques and tools for painting.
Safety Notes
- We suggest that you wear a smock and use a craft tray to protect your clothing and surfaces.
