oshc activities
Challenge Day / Detailed Painting Challenge

Detailed Painting Challenge

Children slow down and focus on a detailed painting using fine brushes, building patience and careful technique.

How to run it

  1. Set up a calm space with fine brushes, paint and small paper.
  2. Offer a subject such as a leaf, shell or small object to observe.
  3. Encourage children to paint slowly, adding fine detail.
  4. Display the finished works and talk about the process.

You will need

  • fine brushes
  • watercolour or acrylic paint
  • small paper or card
  • water cups
  • objects to observe
Make it easier or harderUse larger brushes and bigger shapes for younger children; older children can try a miniature with a magnifier.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 3, Outcome 4Focused, slow painting supports calm wellbeing and persistence.

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Challenge DayArt Attack DayBudding ArtistsMindfulness DayArt Through the Ages

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