The Usborne Book of Art Skills

Written by Fiona Watt · Illustrated by Antonia Miller

Part of the Art Ideas series

Unlock creativity with 120 art projects for young artists.

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96 pages· ~920L

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Bookroo's summary

Dive into a world of creativity with over 120 art projects designed for budding artists. From watercolor washes to oil pastel resist effects, this guide offers step-by-step instructions to inspire artistic masterpieces. Perfect for rainy days or school breaks, it encourages screen-free fun and builds artistic confidence. With no need for complex materials, it's a gateway to creative discovery. Explore further with curated online resources, including videos and games, to enhance the artistic journey. Will you follow the steps or create your own unique art? The choice is yours!

From the publisher

Bursting with inspiration, this book contains over 120 ideas for painting, drawing, printing and making collages!Discover how to paint a watercolor wash, spatter paint, create resist effects with oil pastels and many more skills in this complete creative guide, perfect for budding artists. Simply follow the simple step-by-step instructions exactly or use the ideas to create your own artistic masterpieces!- Perfect for rainy days, school vacations and quiet times.- Screen-free fun, ideal for kids wanting to learn a new hobby.- Builds artistic confidence and interest.- STEAM education friendly - encourages creative discovery.- No need for complex materials / equipment!- Includes Usborne Quicklinks - a hand-picked selection of links to child-friendly websites that help bring the book to life. Links include videos, quizzes, games and activities to help kids explore the book’s topic further.

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