Anytime Art Resources
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Do you have student artists who are looking to participate in the exciting endeavor of Art Contests/Competitions?
If so, we have put together an evolving list of possibilities!
If you have a contest or art showcase opportunity you would like us to add, please contact me at: lorien.eck@cabrillopointacademy.org
Calling All CPA Artists and Poets!
Calling All CPA Artists and Poets!
2026 Coastal Arts & Poetry Contest- Now Open for Entries!
California students in K through 12th grade are invited to submit their original artwork and poetry to this annual coastal and marine themed contest.
This is a fun opportunity for your student to showcase their creativity!
Find more details click on the link here.
Deadline to submit your original art and/or poetry is January 29, 2026!
Anytime Art Activities
A Few Ideas for Family Activities
Host a Home Art Show
Art Museum "Artist Date"- See below for some great options!
An "Artist Date" to a local, brick and mortar art supply store to "window shop" and/or shop for art supplies
Nature Walks/Hikes and Observational Drawing
Incorporating Art Making Into Your Summer Travel Plans
Explore your fave Pinterest boards, websites, blogs, social media. Feel free to share!
A Few Ideas for Crafts for Kids
Cyanotype Art aka. Sun or Solar Art Kits
Explore your fave Pinterest boards, websites, blogs, social media. Feel free to share!
This list is dynamic and not exhaustive. Feel free to share your favorite summer-time art activities, resources and family-centered creative endeavors! Feel free to share more ideas with us!
lorien.eck@cabrillopointacademy.org
Family-Led Art Excursions
Los Angeles Area
Los Angeles Area
San Diego County
San Diego County
Suggested Art Supplies
The gathering up of your art supplies is a super fun part of the creative process!
Start with what you already have and build from there. If possible, plan early, keep it simple, enjoy!
TRAVEL ART KIT SUGGESTIONS
Crayons (Toss a handful of crayons from home into a baggie instead of buying a new box) ** Be mindful of hot cars or spaces that will melt crayons.
Markers -heat-erasable ink pens, i.e. "Pilot Frixion Colors"
Small pieces of construction paper, i.e. origami paper is a great option.
A small notebook- plain white, unlined drawing paper
A small watercolor pad
Watercolor paper, postcard booklet
Pan watercolors (Crayola Education Watercolors sets are recommended) AND/OR watercolor colored pencils
Aqua brushes
DIY or small biz created Crayon Fabric Roll
Washable markers or crayons
Pencil + pencil sharpener
Tape
Scissors (if age appropriate)
Flat storage container or freezer style gallon-size Ziplock bags.
Variations by Age
Toddler (chubby washable crayons or Pip-squeaks mini markers; leave out the scissors)
TK (add extra stickers + washi tape and a small pack of colored paper)
Ages 6 and up (try watercolor pencils, pan watercolors + aqua brush,
add washi tape, origami paper, & gel pens)
This list is dynamic and not exhaustive. Feel free to share your favorite travel-friendly art supplies, DIY kits and what has worked for you! Share with me and I can add some suggested ideas to this list! Thank you!
Ms. Eck, M.Ed., CPA Art Teacher, lorien.eck@cabrillopointacademy.org
Suggested General Art Supplies Lists:
Grades TK-5
Grades TK-5
Paper- white + colored + black
Watercolor paper (9x12 inches)
Pencil/Eraser/Sharpener
Crayons
Washable Markers
Markers -heat-erasable ink pens, i.e. "Pilot Frixion Colors"
Faber-Castell Blendable Oil Pastels in Durable Storage Case
Gel Pens
Colored pencils
Painters tape and/or washi tape
Scissors
Ruler
Compass
Washable Watercolor Pan Set
Watercolor + Generic paint brushes- Various sizes, rounds, flats
Stickers (your faves)
Glue Stick/Paste
White School Glue (option)
Collage Ephemera-can be up-cycled for example, magazines, wrapping paper, greeting cards, fabrics, felt, etc
Fun extras: googly eyes, felt shapes/pieces, fuzzy pipe cleaners
Misc. Household items:
-Apron
-paper towels/cup for water
-table cover
-"circle maker"- a lid or bowl to trace (various sizes as required)
-plastic or washable tablecloth
-11X 17 metal baking tray with sides to serve as a easy, clean-up and movable art making surface
Optional but fun!
-glitter paint
Art Display items:
for mounting art: black or color sulfite paper (18x24 inches, cut to size)
Table-top easels, 6-pack is a great idea
Grades 6-8
Grades 6-8
Drawing Paper- white + colored+ black (9x12 inches)
Cardstock/Heavier weight Paper- white, colored, black (9x12)
Watercolor paper (9x12)
Pencil OR Sketching Pencil Set
Kneaded Eraser/Sharpener
Markers- Your choice
Colored pencils
Gel Pens
Oil Pastels
Paint Pens
Permanent markers (any colors) Medium point
Fine Point Black permanent pen
Glue Stick/Paste
White School Glue
Mod Podge (Pour bottle glossy or matte) 2 oz. bottle okay
Foam brush (1"-2")
Scissors
Ruler
Painters tape
Compass
Watercolor Pan paint set
Watercolor + Generic paint brushes- Various sizes, rounds, flats
Tempera Paints or Acrylic Paints
Paint palette
Stencils
Stickers (optional)
Stamps/pad
Collage Ephemera-can be up-cycled for example, magazines, wrapping paper, greeting cards, fabrics, felt, etc
Misc. Household items:
-paper towels/cup for water
-table cover
-"circle maker"- a lid (various sizes as required) or bowl to trace
Apron (optional)
Art Display items:
for mounting art: black or color sulfite paper (18x24 inches, cut to size)
Table-top easels, 6-pack is a great idea
Free-standing easel/s
Grades 9-12
Grades 9-12
Heavy-Duty 140-lb weight art journal. *Spiral Bound is nice because it lays flat.
Drawing Paper- white/black (9x12, 12X 18 inches)
Watercolor paper-140lb (9x12)
Heavy-weight paper like Bristol
Canvas Board or Stretched (any size)
Pencil OR Sketching Pencil Set
Kneaded Eraser/Sharpener
Colored pencils
Paint Sticks (water and/or non-water soluable)
Oil Pastels
Charcoal vine or compressed
Water-based Dual-Point markers (i.e. Tombow)
Paint Pens (multi-colors +black+ metallics )
Permanent markers (colors +black)
Watercolor Pan paint set
Watercolor + Generic paint brushes- Various sizes, rounds, flats
Stencils
Acrylic Paints
Paint palette
Collage Ephemera-can be up-cycled for example, magazines, wrapping paper, greeting cards, fabrics, felt, etc
Glue Stick/Paste
White School Glue
Mod Podge (Pour bottle glossy or matte) 2 oz. bottle okay
Foam brush (1"-2")
Painters tape
Scissors
Ruler (12" or 18")
Compass
Misc. Household items:
-paper towels/cup for water/table cover
Art Display items:
for mounting art: black or color sulfite paper (18x24 inches, cut to size)
Table-top easels, 6-pack is a great idea
Free-standing easel/s
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