Foil Etching

Summary:

By using aluminum foil instead of paper, students will create fabulous (and shiny) works of art.

What You Need:

• Cardboard
• Tin foil
• Tape
• Tempera or acrylic paint (dark colors)
• Liquid Dishwash soap
• Paint brush
• Popsicle stick

What You Do:

1. Tape a piece of tin foil to a piece of cardboard.
2. Add a couple of drops of liquid dish wash soap to a small amount of tempera (or acrylic) paint.
3. Brush paint over the entire piece of foil and let dry.
4. Using the popsicle stick, carefully scrape a design into the paint.
5. Glue the finished piece to a sheet of construction paper or scrap mat board for display.

Image: Melissa and Doug