How Can You Make Magic Water Paint On Paper?

Magic Water Painting Paper, also known as Magic Paper, is a unique and reusable material designed for creating art without the mess of traditional paints. The paper has bits of an ink embedded in it, which activate when water touches it, creating a beautiful inky effect that does not transfer onto skin or walls. It dries quickly to return to its initial form, making it perfect for creating vibrant artworks.

Magic Water Painting Paper/Cloth is a popular activity for toddlers, as it allows them to create vibrant artworks without mess. This step-by-step guide provides instructions on how to make a Zen/Buddha Board, where brush strokes look like ink. The magic paper is ideal for understanding the absorbency of its fibers and the type of release.

In the 101 Ways to Teach the Alphabet Series, the next activity is Magic Water Painted Letters. This activity uses a special paper that turns a dark color when exposed to water, but then becomes transparent when wet. The paper is light gray and looks similar to canvas cardboard, but it has an extreme absorbency and slow drying time. The paper is made of Reusable Chinese Calligraphy paper, a small amount of water, and clean cloth.

After the paper is filled with brush strokes, it can be dried for 10 minutes and reused again. Children can paint on the paper with a water wet brush to practice their calligraphy or art work. As the water evaporates, the paper becomes blank again. The stunning colors that make up the picture are revealed as the child paints the pages with water. Once the paper sheets are formed, they can be calendered or pressed to create a smooth surface (hot-press), moderately textured (cold-press), or rough (rubbish).