How to create temporary street art
Chalk drawings and painted murals are a great way for people of all ages to get together and create some temporary street art. It’s also a great way to brighten up your street for a party, plus all you need is a bit of imagination....
Chalk drawing
Grab a few boxes of coloured chalk and round up some willing have-a-go artists in order to decorate a piece of pavement. If you’re hosting a Big Lunch on your street, why not have a competition and hand out prizes to the best community artists or vote on the best bit of street art.
Outdoor painting
So how do you get to paint your street without getting prosecuted for criminal damage? The top tip is not to use normal paint, but to use food colouring so you can wash it away afterwards.
You need a stretch of paving or wall to get started — a driveway or garden patio is perfect. You’ll also need some brushes or, if you fancy getting really messy, you can use your hands and feet too. We’ve also enjoyed making prints from leaves, wheels, twigs, plant pots and other items found in the garden.
How to make the paint
Step 1 – start mixing
Use an old container to mix ¼ C of water with ¼ C of cornflour.
Step 2 – get stirring
Stir until well mixed.
Step 3 – pick a colour
Add a few drops of food colouring. Be careful with how much food colouring you use — too much could leave faint stains on the surfaces.
Step 4 – paint!
Once mixed, start painting to create your street graffiti.
As soon as you’re ready to clean up, simply use water and a brush to wash away the temporary street paint.
