Boo and I have been dashing off a number of sun-prints recently - this is a super cool sunshiney art activity for the summer months with kids. I had the paper from ages back when I must have picked it up in the UK - its made by Tobar.
This is a quick activity and perfect for baby nap times (we have found). The paper is exposed to the sun for 2 mins, with objects laying on top...
When you first remove the objects after the exposure time, their shapes are darker, whilst the exposed areas have lightened...
Then the magic begins... when the paper is placed into a sink/tray of water for 1 min, the exposed areas become darker, whilst those masked by the objects become lighter.
When the prints are left out to dry, the contrast increases. We have found the darkness to be greatest after 1-2 days.
Mostly we have been using natural things from the garden as that involves a nice foray into the greenery, and we have a whole multitude of weeds to choose from right now!
However, we have also been trying out object themes from inside the house, like these buttons, and some hairdressing items...
We have a few sheets left in our pack, so we'll be hunting out some more good ideas.
Enjoy the sunshine!
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