![DRAWING WITH OIL PASTELS – Composition, Space](https://static.crayola.ca/uploads/lessonPlans/drawing-with-oil-pastels-composition-space/b25e81f392250f5d534a9bd9301bc452-cover.png)
Supplies:
- Crayola Washable Watercolour Paints, 8 Count
- Crayola Paint Brushes
- Crayola Scissors
- Dried Flowers and Grasses
- Floral Foam
- Water Containers
- Dry Pinch Pot
- Acrylic Varnish (optional)
Steps:
1
![Step 1](https://static.crayola.ca/uploads/da8fef2ea9a81e58d7b9d244c86c7d02-stepSml.png)
- Place the pinch pot on an upside-down plastic container so you can move it around without touching it.
- Add a small drop of water to a colour before starting to paint with it.
- Apply the watercolour paint in smooth, even strokes.
- Allow the paint to dry.
2
![Step 2](https://static.crayola.ca/uploads/ce154106f698969880385cfd88134789-stepSml.png)
- Apply the watercolour paint in smooth, even strokes.
- It absorbs into the clay so apply 2 coats for stronger colours.
- Allow the paint to dry.
3
![Step 3](https://static.crayola.ca/uploads/0ba280a24ddde7971be006bb18afe201-stepSml.png)
- Place a small amount of acrylic varnish in the lid of a plastic container.
- Paint the varnish directly onto the pinch pot.
- Be careful not to touch the pinch pot while it is wet.
- Allow the varnish to dry completely.
4
![Step 4](https://static.crayola.ca/uploads/b34083cbcb2b3e9b061efb4951a51900-stepSml.png)
- Use the edge of a scissors to cut the floral foam.
- Place the foam into the pinch pot.
- Push it firmly into place and trim it so it fits.
- Insert the grasses and dried flowers into the floral foam.
5
![Step 5](https://static.crayola.ca/uploads/4558866a66fd63d6932b29cdf72a0f1d-stepSml.png)
- Keep turning the pot around as you create your arrangement.
- Make sure the composition is balanced and looks good from all directions.
Subjects:
Grades:
Grade 1,
Grade 2,
Grade 3,
Grade 4