One of the highlights of the class was learning about complementary colors—colors that sit opposite each other on the color wheel. These colors, when used together, create stunning contrast and harmony in a painting. Our students had the opportunity to experiment with these vibrant color pairs, applying them to organic shapes—those that are freeform, flowing, and found in nature, like leaves, flowers, and waves.
By painting complementary colors on organic shapes, the students were able to see how colors like red and green or blue and orange could make each other pop! The result? Stunning, eye-catching artworks that truly celebrated the beauty of color and form. 🌟
Getting to Know the Color Wheel 🎨🔴🟡🔵
Next, we took a trip around the color wheel! Little Ashcan artists explored the three primary colors—red, yellow, and blue—which are the building blocks for creating all other colors. Then, we learned how mixing primary colors together creates secondary colors—green, orange, and purple. The kids had a blast mixing paints and seeing firsthand how these primary and secondary colors work together to create new and exciting shades.
It was amazing to watch our young artists experiment with different color combinations, and it really helped them understand how colors relate to one another and how to use them creatively in their artwork. 🌈