Easy Mandala Art Idea
This mandala art project is perfect for older children (8 years and up) and beginners. Create a simple or more intricate mandala design with our step-by-step instructions.
Print Tutorial
Equipment
- Paintbrushes
- Water container
- Pencils
Supplies
- Tempera Cakes or Regular Tempera Paint
- Cardboard Circles or you could use paper plates
- Permanent Markers
- Optional: Paint Markers
Instructions
- Put a dot in the center of the circle.
- Divide the circle in half so your line touches the center of your mandala.
- Rotate the circle to draw in half again to make four equal parts.
- Rotate the circle again and draw in line.
- Rotate one more time to make 8 equal parts all touching the center dot.
- Draw a shape in one part of the pie (or pizza slice) and then repeat the shapes in all of the pieces in the same spot on all pieces.
- Repeat lines and shapes in the same spot on each piece until you have finished your design. Optional: You can outline with a black permanent marker,
- Use tempera cakes to paint your cardboard circle.
- Once dry, use makers to add extra details and designs.
Notes
Tips For Using Tempera Cakes
- Show how to activate the tempera cakes by adding water.
- If kids have too much water show them how to scrape extra paint on the edge of the water container or paint pallet.
- You can choose to say kids should paint these in a symmetrical way or allow creative freedom. We have done it both ways and kids like the results of this easy mandala art.
- Some children may need to add a second coat on top of dry tempera paint to get a pop of color.
- Use a small brush to add extra details and designs.
Cost: Less than $5