Forget the paint brushes, and try this fun corn on the cob art project instead! Corn painting makes for awesome process art for toddlers, preschoolers and older! A fantastic way to explore the colors and textures of Fall. Enjoy simple fall art for kids with corn!
Enjoy Corn Cob Art For Fall
We have stamped with real apples, painted with pine cones, and even tried leaf painting with marbles. Now use corn cobs as a cool paintbrush in this super simple to set up process art activity for fall!
Painting is a great way for kiddos to explore art through a sensory rich experience. Roll them, dip them, even paint them too. Corn painting is an easy fall art activity for kids of all ages to try!
Explore textures and patterns in a fun and open-ended way with corn on the cob art. Think about the thickness of paint, and what color combinations you can use to create an unique piece of art every time.
Learn more about process art below and why it is so important for kids. Then find out how to set up your own easy to make corn painting activity this season!
What Is Process Art?
Corn painting is process art, because process art focuses on the creative process rather than the final product or outcome.
Process art projects emphasize exploration, experimentation, and self-expression, allowing kids to freely engage with art materials without producing something specific. In process art, the journey of creating is more important than the destination, and there is no right or wrong way to do it.
You know it is process art when there is…
Emphasis On Exploration
Process art encourages children to explore various art materials, tools, and techniques without rigid guidelines or rules. This exploration allows kids to discover new possibilities and better understand art materials and their properties.
Open-Ended Projects
Process art projects are typically open-ended, meaning no specific instructions or end goals exist. Kids can interpret the activity in their own way, leading to a wide range of unique outcomes encouraging self-confidence and individuality!
Focus on the Journey, Not the Destination
Unlike product-focused art activities where the end result is the primary focus, process art prioritizes the journey of creating. The focus is on the joy throughout the artistic process.
Mess and Experimentation
Process art often involves messy materials and allows kids to experiment with different techniques and materials. This fosters a sense of exploration and a willingness to take risks in their creative endeavors.
Process-Oriented Language
You can use process-oriented language, such as “Tell me about your artwork” or “How did you create this?” rather than evaluating or judging the artwork.
Helpful Art Resources To Get You Started
Here are a few resources to help you introduce process art more effectively to your kiddos or students and feel confident when presenting materials. You’ll find helpful free printables throughout.
- Free Color Mixing Mini Pack
- Process Art Projects
- How to Make Paint
- Easy Painting Ideas For Kids
- Free Art Challenges
- The 7 Elements Of Art
- Outdoor Art Activities
- What Is STEAM?
- STEAM Activities (Science + Art)
Get your FREE printable Fall Project Guide!
Tips For Creating Art With Corn Cobs
There is no right or wrong way to explore and create with process art. The basic idea here is to apply paint to natural items like the corn, and to use the natural texture to create interesting patterns and designs.
Before beginning, have the kids really look closely at the leaves and the corn, and think about their shapes, textures, and patterns.
Ask simple questions to engage kids in the activity. How do you think the corn painting will look? How will you paint the leaves?
Corn Painting
Supplies:
- Paper
- Acrylic paint
- Corn cob
- Leaves
- Glue stick
- Watercolors
Instructions:
STEP 1: Clean your corn cob and find some leaves.
STEP 2: Place the leaves on your paper and glue down.
STEP 3: Now cover your corn cob with acrylic paint.
TIP: You can stick a fork in the corn and use it as a handle if you don’t like getting your fingers messy.
Roll the corn over the leaves and paper. Use layers of fall colors if you like.
STEP 4: Before the paint dries, peel the leaves off the paper carefully.
STEP 5: Once the paint is dry, you can use watercolors to color in the white space and create your own fall leaves.
More Fun Fall Art Activities To Try
Check out the complete list of fall art and craft activities here.
- Make a fall painting with pinecones.
- Collect leaves and make leaf rubbings.
- Paint an apple with only dots.
- Create black glue pumpkin art.
- Apple bubble wrap prints are easy to do.
- Enjoy mess free pumpkin painting in a bag.
- Make leaf process art with marbles.
Printable Preschool Activities Pack!
Get ready to explore this year with our growing Preschool STEM Bundle!
What’s Included:
There are 4 fun preschool themes to get you started. This is an ” I can explore” series!
Each unit contains approximately 15 activities, with instructions and templates as needed. Hands-on activities are provided to keep it fun and exciting. This includes sensory bins, experiments, games, and more! Easy supplies keep it low cost and book suggestions add the learning time.
