Learners will need the following to create their painting. There are several options for each to provide flexibility.
1 -Paint surface: Heavy watercolor paper OR cavas board OR stretched canvas (should not be larger than 9" x 12")
2- Water soluble paint: Craft acrylic, tube acrylic or tempera (non toxic)
 Paint colors: black or dark blue, white, 2 or three bright colors of choice.
3 - Paint brush: 1/2 " flat or round brush,1" flat or round brush (fine artificial bristles are best for this project. Do not use course bristle brushes that come with childrens play sets, these do not work well, sable brushes will be too soft for this project)
Optional:Cotton balls, cotton swabs, old toothbrush
4 - Container for water, disposable or washable plate for paint palette, old cloth or paper toweling to clean brushes.

Parents should be advised that painting materials can stain clothing and work area. Precautions should be taken to ensure that the learner can use materials freely without concern for damaging these items. Suggestion: allow learner to wear old clothing that can get painted. Cover clothing with oversized shirt that can be painted or discarded. Cover work surface and surrounding floor area with disposable plastic tablecloth that may be reused for any messy art activities.