Big List of Homeschool Art Supplies
Some people tend to be crafty, and others have a more classical approach to art. I do a little of both but tend more toward a fine arts approach when it comes to materials. If you’re looking for help in choosing art supplies, look no further! I’ve made a list and done the shopping for you!
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This list offers important art supplies designated for beginner, intermediate, and advanced students. It is by no means intended to limit materials to any age group but is categorized in hopes of assisting you, Homeschool Mom. Use this big list to easily identify materials that work well for most learners and, if you’re not already, consider putting art into your homeschool repertoire. As always, keep in mind your child’s needs and abilities.
Start with a few basic items and build your supply each year. Don’t think it’s not possible to teach homeschool art even with limited space. Go here for tips on organizing your supplies.
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Homeschool Art Supplies by Grade
Beginner: Preschool – 3rd Grade
- wet wipes
- paper plates for crafts and as paint palettes
- soft modeling dough or use this recipe
- crayons
- chalk
- finger paints or washable tempera paint
- large paint brushes
- no spill paint cups
- all purpose paper 12″ x 16″
- printer paper or manilla paper for free drawing
- multi-colored construction paper
- easy to grip child’s scissors
- yarn
- buttons, sequins, pom poms, feathers etc. for crafts
- felt
- sticker foamies and foam sheets
- glue sticks and white school glue
- masking and scotch tape
- q-tips and sponges for painting
Intermediate- Upper Elementary to Early Middle School
- large sketch pad per student
- drawing pencils
- tracing paper
- multi-colored construction paper
- multimedia paper or card stock
- patterned paper
- markers with range of color
- mod podge
- crayons
- colored pencils
- sculpting clay – self drying
- watercolor strips and tempera paint in multiple colors
- acrylic paints
- canvas paper or panels
- various painting brushes
- oil and chalk pastels
- middle school scissors
- white school glue
- block printing ink and roller
- india ink
- embroidery floss and round needles
- art ink pens or sharpie markers
- masking, scotch and decorative tape
- tissue paper
- craft scissors
- good pencil sharpener
Advanced- Late Middle School and High School
- large sketchbook
- portfolio
- drawing pencils
- colored pencils
- charcoals
- ink art pens
- india ink
- quality watercolors, gouache paints, or watercolor pencils
- water color paper
- oil or acrylic paints ( I prefer acrylic for easy clean up.)
- canvases, canvas panels or canvas paper
- paint brushes
- oil and chalk pastels
- fixative or aerosol hair spray
- pottery clay or self drying clay
Always On-Hand & Recycles-
- paper towels
- toilet paper rolls
- jars
- bubble wrap
- newspaper
- cardboard
- styrofoam trays
- egg crates
- paper plates
- salt
- Q-tips
- old magazines, postcards and calendars for collages
- art books
- artist prints for appreciation
- masking tape
What would you add to this big list of homeschool art supplies?
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Great post, will definitely be sharing this! Thanks, Stephanie. Cass @ TheUnpluggedFamily.com