Discover your talents and let your imagination run wild with the Visual Arts project! Explore different artistic techniques, learn about art history and culture, and identify elements of design, all while expressing yourself. Showcase your creativity through painting, drawing and working with other mediums.
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Each 4-H project offers a variety of activities and learning opportunities to suit your interests and strengths. Whether you're just getting started or taking your knowledge to the next level, there are several activities to learn and do throughout your project experience! |
- Learn drawing, painting and printing techniques in paint, pencil, chalk, charcoal or mixed media
- Learn sculpture techniques
- Make something from wood, leather, paper or clay
- Weave a basket or wall hanging
- Etch glass or metal or make jewelry and wire sculptures
- Create mosaics or nature crafts using recycled or collected materials
- Discover new mediums
Reasonably priced materials are available for every project in Kansas 4-H. You can order the materials for your project online or contact your local Extension Office.
Visual Arts (VA100), Ceramics (VA200), Leather Craft (VA201), Other (Determined by County) (VA202)
- 4-H Create Art Now
- Get Started in Art
- Sketchbook Crossroads (age 7-10)
- Portfolio Pathways (age 11-13)
- Elements and Principles of Design Card
- Creating Stained Glass Projects
- 4-H Leathercraft Manual
General Visual Arts Resources
County Level
Medal presented at your 4-H award recognition event
State Level
Medallion and Scholarship to attend National 4-H Congress
- Participants may attend National 4-H Congress once as an active 4-H member
National Level
Represent Kansas at National 4-H Congress
Kansas State Fair Visual Arts Exhibits
When: September
Where: Hutchinson, KS
Award: Selected exhibits chosen for display at Rock Springs 4-H Center
Completing a successful 4-H project is just the beginning of finding your spark. Members can take several meaningful steps to further develop skills and interests. Learn more about these exciting opportunities in career exploration: