Why 3?
resources and inspiration for art making: pre-teens and teens
Would you call yourself an artist? Are you a crafter? Someone who just likes to add creativity to everything you do? Do you feel relaxed or get in 'the zone' when you doodle or color, write or listen to music? Do you just like doing cool DIY projects for fun? To make gifts for friends and family, or design something for your room? It doesn't matter if you identify as one or all of the above, we have put together resources that we hope will inspire you to make something, teach you a new skill, or try something new.
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Check it out and see if there's something that interests you!
Drawing, Painting, Doodling, Comics, Manga, Anime, Origami
There are endless amounts of resources for Free Art Lessons and Tutorials Online!
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This New Website Is Offering Free Art Lessons from Professors and Artists
artsy.net
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13 YouTube Channels to Teach You How to Paint for Free
mymodernmet.com
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20 YouTube Channels to Learn How to Draw for Free
mymodernmet.com
Circle Line Art School - New Drawing Tutorials Every Week
youtube.com
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Rapid Fire Art - Detailed Drawing Tutorials
youtube.com
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thevirtualinstructor.com
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youtube.com
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Illustration & Drawing Tips : How to Draw Comic Strips
youtube.com
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How To Turn a Sheet of Paper Into a Comic Book You Can Sell
youtube.com
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Beyond the Brush: Inventive Use of Media for Painting Students
studentartguide.com
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youtube.com
Mr Doodle Doodles a Whole Room!
Hyperlapse Video
How to Draw Anime "Basic Anatomy''
Anime Drawing Tutorial for Beginners
How to Draw - Mandala Art
Tutorial
"The tool of every self-portrait is the mirror. You see yourself in it. Turn it the other way, and you see the world."
- Agnes Varda
the reimagined self-portrait
At some point in school you've probably had to do a self-portrait. It's a pretty common assignment. We love the idea of self-portraits but want to get you thinking about lots of different ways you can do one, and all of the materials you can use that you might not necessarily think of. ​
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This is a cool self-portrait idea we came across that was inspired by artist Lonnie Holley. Holley is an African-American artist who was born in Birmingham, Alabama in 1950. His art consists of drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, performance, and sound.
Holley was part of Sarah Urist Green's book featured in an NPR article called
"5 Easy Art Projects to Try During Social Distancing." Lonnie Holley contributed this art project to the book; a project based on his own work with wire portraits.
Here are some links to ideas and inspiration for creating your own self-portrait.
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Self-Portraits - More Than Just a Pretty Face
artpedagogy.com
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10 Creative Self-Portrait Techniques that will Inspire you to Create your Own
canva.com
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100 Seriously Cool Self-Portraits (And Tips to Shoot Your Own!)
photographytutspls.com
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20 No Face Photo Ideas (Self Portrait Ideas for Introverts)
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20 No-Face Photo Ideas (Self Portrait Ideas for Introverts)
Tutorial
masks and self-portraiture
Masked: Changing Identities" exhibit at Mexic-Arte Museum
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"With their bright colors & intricate carvings, traditional Mexican masks serve as a window into the soul & are said to transform the wearer. In the "Masked: Changing Identities" exhibition, Mexic-Arte Museum brought together over 200 traditional masks from various eras & regions in Mexico. The collection illustrated a people's history that blends real life & myth & emphasizes the continued importance of masks in Mexican culture. While some consider them works of arts & some see them as part of traditional dance costumes, others revere them as religious symbols. However interpreted, these masks serve as inspiration for contemporary art & are a unique feature of Mexican tradition."
A mask can be an interesting form of self-portrait. Masks give you an opportunity to think about both sides - the front and back - as different sides of yourself. The front might represent the outside or the side you show to the world, and the back might represent the inside or the side you keep to yourself.
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Masks have taken on a whole new dimension today with the pandemic. Many artists and non-artists have begun sewing masks of all kinds for protection. They've gotten very creative with designs and styles now that everyone is wearing masks to go grocery shopping and to other public places. Check out a video tutorial on how to make a mask to protect yourself from Covid-19 below in the Fabric Arts section.
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A mask can be an interesting form of self-portrait. Masks give you an opportunity to think about both sides - the front and back - as different sides of yourself. The front might represent the outside or the side you show to the world, and the back might represent the inside or the side you keep to yourself.
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Here's an easy recipe for making a paper maché mask using materials you probably already have in your kitchen! Click here for the instructions. If you don't want to use your face as a mold, you can use a balloon or a bowl! See below for a video of another paper mâché mask technique.
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Check out these examples and projects for different kinds of masks for inspiration on how you might create your own. There's also some info on the history and culture of masks and mask-making.
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The Artists Keeping Up the Tradition of Mask-Making
nytimes.com
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Mask Off: 11 Artists Re-Thinking The Politics of the Face
artspace.com
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Explore how Artists have Used Masks in their Work, to Protect, Disguise, Hide and Amuse
tate.org.uk
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insider.com
How to Make a Papier-Mache Mask
Tutorial
using non-traditional materials to make art
The use of non-traditional materials to make art can open up a whole world of art making. You don't need markers, paper, paints and clay to make something interesting or creative. Use whatever you have at home! Here are some links to some great ideas and inspiration for creating art using different non-traditional materials. There's also ideas for creating a self-portrait using lots of different kinds of materials!
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20 Most Cool and Unusual Portraits
mymodernmet.com
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youtube.com
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Things to Know About Found Objects and Sculpture
youtube.com
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25+ Works of Art Made Using Unusually Awesome Mediums
mymodernmet.com
Junk Into Art – Kenyan Artist Cyrus Kabiru | DW News
Artist Mary Ellen Croteau - Tsunami
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Mary Ellen Croteau is a Chicago artist who creates art with bottle caps to help bring awareness to the impact of waste on the environment.
Artist Kevin Sampson at Mystic Seaport
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Kevin Blythe Sampson, 47, is a self-taught sculptor recognized for tackling difficult issues that concern him and being community
activist.
Soundwave, 2007 | Artist Jean Shin
Check out the work of more artists who use non-traditional materials in their art at The Uncommon Canvas' website. The Uncommon Canvas raises the visibility and promotes artists who are using non-traditional materials, found objects, and other unusual materials to make their art, ranging from small scale artworks to large sculpture parks. They also feature the work of self-taught artists and artists working outside of the mainstream paradigm.
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Click here for more info about The Uncommon Canvas!
fabric and textile arts
Art using fabric, yarn, string, looms, needle and thread, knitting needles, crochet hooks, sewing machines, and dyes are some of the materials that artists use to create fabric and textile art. They also use weaving, embroidery, beading, and quilting techniques among many more to make art. Here are some links to great ideas and inspiration if you'd like to try out some projects or learn new skills using fabric and textiles.
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10 Pioneering Textile Artists, from Sheila Hicks to Nick Cave
artsy.net
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Art History: Ancient Practice of Textile Art and How It Continues to Reinvent Itself
mymodernmet.com
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textileartscenter.com
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A New History Of Fiber Artists Who Tried To Turn Craft Into Art
wbur.org
string art
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8 Contemporary Artists Taking String Art to the Next Level
mymodernmet.com
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How to Make Your Own String Art
thesprucecrafts.com
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30 Creative DIY String Art Ideas
architectureart.com
weaving
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wildtussah.com
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wildtussah.com
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abeautifulmess.com
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historyofclothing.com
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contemporary-african-art.com
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Southeast Asian Islands Textiles
fashion-history.lovetoknow.com
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toh-atin.com
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In a Small Village High in the Peruvian Andes, Life Stories Are Written in Textiles
smithsonianmag.com
Documenting Klukwan's Woolen Weaving Traditions -- An Oral History and Documenting Cultural Traditions Project | Artist: Lani Hotch - Chilkat Indian Village
Manuela & Esperanza: The Art of Maya Weaving
youtube.com
Make a Simple Cardboard Loom and Start Weaving Today!
youtube.com
finger knitting, crocheting, knitting, yarn bombing
finger knitting
crochet
knitting
Materials Needed:
Your Hand
Yarn
Scissors
How to Finger Knit
youtube.com
Materials Needed:
1 Crochet Hook
Yarn
Scissors
How to Crochet for Absolute Beginners
youtube.com
Materials Needed:
2 Knitting Needles
Yarn
Scissors
How to Knit: Easy for Beginners
youtube.com
yarn art
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Crocheted Object #10 (Bicycle) 2010
Artist: Agata Oleksiak
Tatei Nuariwame Releases the Rain Serpents
Artist: José Benítez Sánchez
yarn bombing
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widewalls.ch
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Yarn Bomb a Tree Trunk, a Street Sign, a Park Bench! Here's How to Try the Knitfiti Trend
myblueprint.com
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10 Impressive Yarnbombing Projects
mentalfloss.com
How Yarn Bombing Grew into a Worldwide Movement
Magda Sayeg
youtube.com
Of A Different Yarn: The Crochet Artist Kelly Limerick
youtube.com
The Artist Weaving the World Together
youtube.com
beading, embroidery, dying, painting​
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Intro to Beading 101: Getting Started with Jewelry Making
beadaholique.com
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7 Awesome Bead Craft Projects for Kids
goldenagebeads.com
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thesprucecrafts.com
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How to Tie Dye – EASY Instructions for Beginners
blog.treasurie.com
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Dye a Shirt with Fruits and Veggies
hgtv.com
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Ultimate Guide to Embroidery: How It Started and How You Can Get Started Today
mymodernmet.com
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How To Sew by Hand: 6 Helpful Stitches for Home Sewing Projects
apartmenttherapy.com
How to SEW by HAND for BEGINNERS - Learn BASIC SEWING Skills
youtube.com
How to Thread a Needle Easily for Sewing & Embroidery
youtube.com
How to Use a Wide Eye Needle for Beading​
youtube.com