Description
A fun and engaging art project for kids that combines color and texture using salt and food coloring.
Materials
- Salt
- Thick paper or cardstock
- Liquid watercolors or food coloring
- Glue
- Paintbrushes or droppers
- Small cups for mixing colors
Instructions
- Prepare the paper by drawing a design with glue.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of salt over the glued areas.
- Remove any excess salt that didn’t stick.
- Mix your liquid watercolors or food coloring with water in small cups.
- Paint the salt-covered areas with the colored water.
- Let your artwork dry completely, which may take a few hours or overnight.
Notes
Use a tray to catch extra salt and control the amount with a small spoon. Experiment with colors and techniques for varied results.