Scream Drawing Project
When students learn how to draw The Scream, they learn about a super-famous painting that shows big feelings in a really bold, simple way. The wavy lines, the wild sky, and that open mouth are actually fun to copy, and it helps them see how art isn’t just about making “pretty pictures”, it can also be about emotions. Famous artists like Edvard Munch used simple shapes and colors to make something unforgettable, and they can learn how to do the same.
Diagram of the Step by Step Scream Tutorial
Scream Art Painting Project
Scream Self Portrait Tutorial Video
Blow Painting & Scream Portraits
I wish it was my brilliant idea to mix blow painting with a Scream art project, but it actually comes from a woman named Joslyn who first posted it on her blog in 2011. She has further tips and a recommended book so please check it out HERE. Thanks Joslyn, it’s a super popular project idea!
The first step is for students to draw themselves with definite scream look to their face. Fortunately, it only takes a few simple tweaks. The mouth, of course, needs to be open wide, but you also need to slide your features up a bit. When the face looks as if it’s raised, then the screaming look gets even more exaggerated.
One tip to pass on to students – be sure they color their face really well. In order to have their watercolor blow paint look like it’s sitting on the skin, there needs to be a heavy layer of wax crayon underneath. Shading lightly will not give the same results as the example above. It takes extra time, but is oh so worth it.
WARM UP TIP
Look at Edvard Munch’s “The Scream” painting before drawing to see how much expression can be created with lines and color.
Use the Button below to grab this Scream Painting Tutorial
Scream Art Project Coloring Page
Materials for a Scream Art Painting Project
- Watercolor paper
- Sharpie marker, chisel tip
- Crayons
- Watercolor paint
- Straw and cups for paint
Step by Step Directions for a Scream Art Project
Scream Paintings by students
