4th of July - easy collaborative art for kids




I absolutely adore the idea of collaborative art abandonment for kids! 

Collaborative art abandonment is a wonderful way to combine creativity, community, and kindness. It allows everyone to participate in the joy of creating and sharing art, making the world a more beautiful and connected place, one artwork at a time. Give it a try and watch the magic unfold!

(Read on to discover how to use this idea for fun 4th of July activities for kids)

 Collaborative Art Abandonment: A Cycle of Creativity and Community

Collaborative art abandonment is a delightful process that involves creating a piece of art, leaving it for someone else to find and add to, and continuing this cycle until the artwork is complete. This cycle not only spreads creativity and joy but also fosters a sense of community and shared experience. Here’s how you can embrace and enjoy the process of collaborative art abandonment.

Tag Your Art:

  • Attach a tag or note to the artwork. Explain that it’s a collaborative piece created to spread joy and creativity. Include a hashtag or social media handle if you’d like to track the journey of the art. You can email me to receive my tag: wordrocks.me@gmail.com

Choose a Location:

  • Pick a spot where people are likely to find and appreciate the art. Good places include parks, libraries, community centers, or even a friendly neighborhood corner.

Abandon the Art:

  • Leave the artwork in the chosen location. Make sure it’s secure, eco-friendly and won’t be damaged by weather or other elements. Now, imagine the excitement of the person who discovers this unexpected treasure for them to take part on the creation too!

4th of July collaborative art activity:

You can print the same drawing for all the kids. Set up a table with various crafting materials and set a timer for five minutes. Each child works on their sheet, then passes it to the child on their right. Repeat this process until every child has contributed to each drawing.

Collaborative art projects are so vital for kids. They build community, foster cooperation, eliminate competition, and most importantly, they are social and FUN!

I hope you give it a try!

Supplies used

(affiliate links for your convenience)


For more ideas: 
Pinterest: Word Rocks Project

If you have discovered one of our "Art + Kindness" pieces, 

we'd love to hear from you! Please reach out to us at:

wordrocks.me@gmail.com


Comments

Post a Comment

You always rock!