Principles of Design

Explore the principles of design through mixed media art techniques.

Kids will join HLN Guide, Amber, in discovering ways of making their art dynamic by using principles of design! Kids will use mixed media techniques to explore pattern, repetition, rhythm, balance, contrast, emphasis, movement, unity and harmony.

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Principles of Design
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1 Your Guide

Amber Santos Learn more about me

Amber Santos is an art educator and artist with over 25 years of experience, including 15 years in online education and creating 65+ activities for the HomeLearners Network. Her multidisciplinary practice is deeply rooted in her German heritage and reclaimed Métis and Anishinaabe culture, blending paper craft, beading, textiles, and eco-conscious gardening. Amber’s curriculum combines technical fundamentals like colour theory and with somatic, wellness-centered art practices. A painter and muralist with an on-going studio practice, she also spent seven years curating the Nelson International Mural Festival of which she is a co-founder.

When I'm not making art, find me listening to music on full blast in the kitchen, dancing and making food for my family:)

2 Materials Needed

Paper, scissors, glue, drawing supplies, painting supplies

3 Learning Focus

  • Communicating
  • Creative thinking
  • Personal awareness & responsibility

4 Registration

You’re selecting a Realtime Series A one-time Livestreamed Activity led by a qualified Guide.

5 Best Suited For:

Stick figures of varying sizes waving

My age is between 9 - 12

Yellow and blue gear

All experience levels are welcome.

Child and mother stick figure standing

I can do this independently.

An open book

All reading levels are welcome.