KC and I have been doing our best to come up with activities for the kids. Two weeks ago, we thought we would give watercolors a shot. Many of the children are great artists. Amrit and Babit lead the crew when it comes to drawing but I think they have some stiff competition when it comes to watercolors.
Its interesting to watch the children. Bishal is almost as prolific as Picasso when it comes to number of works. I can bearly give him a piece of paper and his is coming back for another. Sarita enjoys making sure the entire piece of paper has color on it. Bishal will do 50 in the time it takes Sarita to finish one. Momata and Pratima are meticulous about the cleanliness of their water. Amrit often turns to the wildlife books to find inspiration while Suraj already has an appreication for abstract art.
We took a collection of painings, one from each child, and made a quilt. Its now hanging in the main entry room. The children like to point out their masterpieces to the other children. It was only two days later and they were begging to paint again. They are improving quickly.
I have recieived a c0uple requests for more painting tomorrow, Saturday, because there is no school. Its the best opprotunity for them to paint because like all kids they tend to make a mess plus it keeps them occupied. Its great to see them enjoy another form of art although I don't think we will be moving onto oils anytime soon.
Pictures below:
Starting in the left corner; Kiran, Pratima, Suraj, Sarita, Maya, Meena, Binita and Pooja don't even notice the camera as I steal this photo. Its rare that I see them with a camera before they see me.
Here is a quick sampling of some of their work. Looking good kids!!
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