Ann Arbor with Kids

Puddle Painting Inspired by Helen Frankenthaler

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Date(s): Saturday, January 3, 2026
Time: 12:00pm-1:00pm
Venue: Pittsfield Branch of AADL
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Event Description

Inspired by the unique “soak stain technique” conceived by the American abstract expressionist artist Helen Frankenthaler, we will create colorful puddle paintings by dropping dots of watercolor paint on a clean surface and then applying glossy paper for a color-saturated result!

For grades 3-8.

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Event Details
  • Date(s): Saturday, January 3, 2026
  • Time: 12:00pm-1:00pm
  • Cost: Free
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  • Organizer: Ann Arbor District Library
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  • Organizer Email: Not Provided
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Venue: Pittsfield Branch of AADL
Address: 2359 Oak Valley Dr, Ann Arbor

   
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