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How to introduce girls to sculpting
Looking for a fun way for girls to explore their creativity? Think sculpting! It’s great for building parent-daughter relationships, and an excellent way for kids to express how they view the world around them.
Why sculpting is good for girls
Reading, science and math aren’t all there is to a kid’s education. Art can be a wonderful complement that helps girls get in touch with their creative side. And sculpting can be a fun and easy way to get artsy! Not only does it help boost imagination, but it also nurtures creativity.
Sculpting involves physical effort and lots of eye and hand coordination, so it’ll help improve those motor and reflex skills of hers quite significantly.
What is sculpting?
There’s a lot of talk on how beneficial sculpting can be, but what really is it all about?
A sculpture is made from the cutting, molding, shaping or carving up of a material, and the best part of this art form is, you can sculpt almost everything! From wood to metal, clay to ice and stone to even cake, there’s nearly no limit to what you can create your artworks from. It all depends on your skillset and what you’re trying to achieve.
Let’s get carving!
Coming up clay art ideas or deciding what to start with takes a lot of work, so it’s understandable if your daughter doesn’t know what she wants to sculpt. Since imitation is regarded as the highest form of flattery, copying a masterpiece may help, or you can follow one of the project ideas listed below.
What you need
When it comes to materials, play-doh, cardboard or even clay are great for starters. Your daughter can progress to more advanced works involving wood and the like when she’s ready to take on more difficult projects.
Sculpture ideas to try out
Colorful Cardboard Sculptures
Here’s an idea that involves more than just household items. Since you’ll need some things from the grocery store, brainstorm more play-doh ideas with her on your way there. Another perfect bonding opportunity!
These sculptures use simple materials that can easily be found at home. They’re easy, and involve teamwork between a parent and their daughter. What could be a better first time project?
Air-dry Clay Animal SculpturesAn animal sculpture is a bit more intricate but perfect for a girl that’s always up for a little challenge. Plus, we love the fact that it’s airdry clay, not everyone has a kiln lying around!
Autumn-themed Play Dough IdeasHere’s an idea that involves more than just household items. Since you’ll need some things from the grocery store, brainstorm more play-doh ideas with her on your way there. Another perfect bonding opportunity!
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