Watercolor painting can be both creative and calming. In this activity, the flowing colors and gentle rocking motion help you relax and enjoy the present moment.
Materials:
Watercolor paper (cut to fit inside a shallow plastic tray)
Plastic tray or bin
Watercolor paints (in tubes or pans)
Water in cups or small containers
Paintbrushes or droppers
Paper towels
Instructions:
Set Up Your Canvas – Place a sheet of watercolor paper flat inside your plastic tray.
Wet the Surface – Using a brush or clean water, lightly wet the entire paper so the paint will flow easily.
Add Color – Apply washes of watercolor to the wet paper. Use a brush, dropper, or even gently drip paint directly onto the surface.
Rock the Tray – Slowly tilt and rock the tray back and forth, letting the water carry the colors across the paper. Watch how they blend and shift.
Observe and Enjoy – Focus on the movement of the water and the way the colors merge. Let this process bring a sense of calm.
Dry and Reflect – Once you are happy with your design, carefully remove the paper and let it dry completely.
Reflection Prompt:
How did the motion of the water and the blending of the colors make you feel? Did this process help you slow down or focus?
How did the motion of the water and the blending of the colors make you feel? Did this process help you slow down or focus?
