You Can Use YouTube To Teach Your Kids Art!
There are a ton of experts available on YouTube to teach your kids art, experts often teach basic use of medium and technique and you can take advantage of that. For free.
One of the biggest benefits of homeschooling is the flexibility we are afforded to allow our children to learn at their own pace and to pursue their own interests. Learning happens all the time and everywhere!
Finding and landing on a favorite pastime or hobby, such as art, often happens in these more leisurely but just as important learning moments. Our children can learn a lot on their own, but they may desire to get more serious about their interests. Unless you are an artist yourself, you may not feel equipped to teach your child about the latest art medium or technique.
There are many options available online when it comes to drawing, painting, sculpting, and the like. Learning how to use YouTube to teach your kids art is one way to take advantage of all those online resources.
How to Use YouTube to Teach Your Kids Art
No matter the category of art that your child wishes to pursue, there is more than likely a large variety of resources available to help him hone his skill. The list below is only a sampling of what is available. Be sure to delve deeper to find more lessons, demonstrations, and recommendations to enhance your child’s experience with whichever art category he chooses to pursue.
Drawing
Many children start out learning to draw by using those how-to-draw books that can be found at your local library. They can learn how to draw anything from horses to cars to insects, and so much more! Those books, and others like them, provide a solid foundation for any beginning artist. Once your child is ready for something different or wishes to pursue a topic more in-depth, the suggestions listed here may be the way to go.
Learn how to draw with this lesson on sketching basics and materials.
Have you wondered where to start as a beginner? Check out these ideas for easy things to draw.
If your child wants to learn how to draw faces, this video is great!
If your child loves all things to do with the sea, then he may want to really dig in and draw this wax resist sea turtle.
Remember the game Angry Birds? That was a fun one, wasn’t it? Here’s a quick and easy lesson on how to draw an angry bird.
If your child is into cartoons he will enjoy this simple tutorial for how to draw a cartoon fish.
Shading can be tricky. Here is a great lesson on shading with a pencil for beginners.
Painting
If your child loves to paint, then the links shared here will give her an overview of what it’s like to work with several different kinds of paints, as well as various methods she can use. From simple materials that we all have at home to more advanced media, prepare for loads of fun and learning!
Try these tips for painting with acrylics.
This fun lesson is taught by a mom and daughter duo and walks viewers through how to paint a sunset with palm trees.
Watch this fun video for a few ideas about how to paint using inexpensive materials – coffee and crayons.
Learn how to paint trees using acrylics.
Mermaids are fun, right? This longer video will teach your child how to paint a mermaid – he or she can easily fast forward through the commentary that does not apply to the lesson.
Try this quick and easy lesson about creating abstract art with acrylic paints.
Sculpting and Other Media
Sometimes it is fun to just get out there and try new things. In art, as with food, you never know if you’ll like something unless you try it. The list here is meant to encourage your children to explore and examine new kinds of art, and to gain a new perspective on what art can be.
Some of these projects are challenging, while others are simple and fun. They are all worth a try a there may be an idea here that sparks new life and excitement in your child that he can carry with him throughout the rest of his life!
Learn how to sculpt a clay starfish with this fun lesson.
Create a torn paper landscape. Perfect for younger children!
Is your child a bit more motivated? He may wish to try his hand at sheet metal art for beginners!
Your child may be interested in learning 3 ways to stencil a wood sign and then use these techniques to decorate her room.
Have you ever used polymer clay? Check out these tips and tricks for beginners!
Why not mix your media and encourage your child to take a chance on this clay mural painting for beginners.
You can learn a lot about art using YouTube so delve right on in
So, whether you want to try a different medium, or develop skills in one particular area, YouTube can be a great resource to teach your child art.
Do you have any suggestions for ways to use YouTube to teach your kids art? Please share your ideas in the comments below!
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