Marble Print - Art Using Shaving Cream (Foam)

Are you looking for an easy but oh so engaging art activity? A Marble Print could be just what you are after. This activity is easy, fun and inclusive. Great for a range of ages. Read on to find out what it’s all about.

Marble Print -What’s Involved?

Marble printing is done with items that can be easily sourced from home, school or the local supermarket. Shaving Foam (cream), food dye (or paint), a spoon or stick, glitter, paper to make the print. Lastly something to scrape off the shaving foam.

pinterest picture showing Xmas holly and berries and words that say 'great for sped and juniors Marble Print Art. Then picture of shaving foam with food dye marbled and a laminated shape of a xmas tree pressed down on the shaving cream. more writing stating Easy and fun and www.arohaspecialed.com

Steps to Complete the Artwork

if you want to use a shape, laminate paper and cut out
layer shaving foam on a flat surface
spray/flick/drop on different coloured dye/paint
use spoon or stick using swirling or side to side motions to marble
if using a shape lay over now
if using glitter now is the time, if not try salt or sugar to give a shimmer
have fun placing on other objects that go with the theme you’ve chosen
when finished remove the objects
either remove the laminated sheet or place paper directly on shape
pat down gently
remove paper
scrape shaving foam off
allow to dry then frame of cut into shape

SCRAPE SHAVING CREAM (FOAM) OFF WITH SPATULA

Marble Print – who is it for?

The simple answer is, Marble Print art is great for every student. It can be used for any age group and is inclusive. Cues and prompts can be applied so each student can be successful. It can be made as complex or as simple as you need it to be. The activity is great for individual students as well as small groups. It is fun for all.

FINAL PRODUCT READY TO BE CUT INTO ANY SHAPE YOU WISH

I hope your students enjoy this activity as much as mine did. Fabulous for the lead up to Xmas but equally great for any theme and any time of year. For more fun shaving foam ideas try this fab page. Looking for more fun in the lead up to Xmas? Check out my Boom Xmas Alphabet information.

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