About a week ago I was spending some time in our preschool room. We are fortunate enough to have our very own, dedicated art space – Umiliko (which means “To create”) We had out some fine black markers as well as a few coloured pencils. With these, one of our passionate educators had put a pineapple as a provocation. I looked at some of the observational drawings that the children had been doing and was delighted! The detail in these drawings was just amazing.
I stayed in the art room with one of our young creators (4.8years) and watched as she finished her observational drawing of the pineapple. Once it was completed she selected a new piece of paper and began drawing.
The detail that went into this drawing was incredible. We have so many art mediums available for the children, but I must admit that these pens are my absolute favourite. In the last week I have watched children combine felt tip pens with coloured pencils, watercolour paints and also oil pastels. The amount of detail they allow (and I think encourage) children to use is just amazing.
A quick flick through the beautiful book It’s Not A Bird Yet: The Drama of Drawing – by Ursula Kolbe shows some wonderfully detailed drawings using felt tip pens. Ursula also says “Each medium has its’ own voice” – what true words! Looking at the drawing by this creative little being I got those chills up my spine that you get when something just fills you with delight (or is that just me??)
I would love to hear about your use of fine tip pens and other art mediums
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