Art Kit Tutorials

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Got a colander? You can pour paint through this (kids, ask your parents first)! The paint can be washed off while it’s still wet. It’s a lot harder to wash it off after the paint dries, so you should have a sink full of warm water before you begin.

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Research indicates that patients with dementia benefit from, “enhanced communication, brain function and social interaction. In fact, visual art can trigger dormant memories and emotions, inspiring conversations among these patients who normally struggle to express themselves.”

Engaging in creating art, “stimulates the whole brain. Instead of just responding to images, patients must plan, remember, create patterns and use motor skills.”

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