Nothern Lights Painting Lesson |Children's Book Sugguestions

Hello,

Today, I’d like to introduce two children’s books that I truly enjoy for their captivating storytelling and insights into the Northern Lights. While working on curriculum development for an Alaskan school district, I came across a fantastic resource for ordering books related to this region called Inhabit Books. You can find these books by searching their names on the site and make a purchase there.

These children’s books are particularly special because they have the potential to inspire painting to explore the enchanting world of the Northern Lights. Featuring beautiful illustrations, interesting facts, and spiritual stories from diverse cultures.

In addition, I’m excited to share two video tutorials below from my free art subscription. These tutorials provide a step-by-step guide to a simple painting lesson on creating the Northern Lights with watercolor paints. You’ll learn a basic technique called wax resist. The tutorial also includes a list of materials needed for the activity.

The second video is a demonstration showcasing the art of blending paint colors and how to teach children this skill. I’ll be sharing my banding and blending technique.

Nothern Lights |Children's Book Sugguestions — Painted Skies , by Carolyn Mallory

Nothern Lights Painting Lesson |Children's Book , in the sky at nightime — In the Sky at Nighttime
by Laura Deal

Fun easy winter art painting project idea for elementary ages. Learn two techniques, wet on wet, and crayon wax resist. Create an easy Northern light landscape. Lesson by art teacher & author – Spramani Elaun.

Northern Lights Art Video Demo

What you need:

Any watercolor paints, preferably bright colors like green, yellow, blue, purple, or pink
Two sizes of paintbrushes
Watercolor paper
White crayons
Wash jar filled with water
Napkin

What you will be teaching is the art element of color by choosing vibrant and enjoyable colors to blend in your Nothern Lights painting,

You will be instructing two artistic techniques: Wax Resist and Blending Colors.

Watch each demo video and incorporate these lessons into your classroom or set up at home.

sample picture of painting the notherne lights for childrne with watercolor paints

You can use any type of watercolor paints, whether they are in liquid form or dry watercolor cakes.

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sampel picture of watercolor cake pods to paint with

Here’s a fun kids’ video I found on YouTube talking about the Northern Lights.

Banding vs. Blending Paint Techniques:

It is crucial to grasp the skill of blending watercolor paints. This video is particularly suitable for elementary-grade students as it guides them in mastering the art of blending colors seamlessly.

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Nothern Lights Painting Lesson |Children’s Book Sugguestions

Northern Lights Art Video Demo