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Get Creative with Blind Contour Drawing!

Are you looking for a fun, low-pressure art activity for your kids? Blind contour drawing is a fantastic way to encourage creativity, observation skills, and lots of laughter! This activity is perfect for children aged 9 to 11 and can easily be done indoors, regardless of the season.

What You Need

• Paper
• Pencils

How to Start

1. Choose an object: Have your child pick something simple to draw, like a shoe, a plant, or even their own hand.

2. Get set: Position the object in front of them and take a seat at the drawing table.

3. Ready, set, draw: Without looking at the paper or lifting the pencil, let them draw the object! Encourage them to focus on the lines and shapes they see.

4. Compare artworks: Once they finish, take a moment to compare the results. You’ll be amazed at the funky and funny outcomes!

Tips for Parents

• Emphasize observation: Remind your child to really look at the object instead of thinking about how it should look on paper.
• Keep it light-hearted: The goal is to have fun, not to create a masterpiece. Celebrate their creativity!
• Try different objects: Change it up by selecting various objects for each round to keep the activity fresh and exciting.

Blind contour drawing is not only a great way for your child to express themselves artistically, but it also helps them develop their observation skills. Enjoy the laughter and creativity that unfolds as you embark on this artistic adventure together!