How To Make A Squirt Gun Firework Painting

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This squirt gun firework painting is a fun and exciting way to celebrate Independence Day with kids. This firework painting activity is the perfect mix of messy, creative, and totally unforgettable. Using squirt guns, paint, and a canvas, kids will create a scene of bright and beautiful fireworks that look exactly like the night sky on July 4th. Fair warning though – make sure you use the tarp because things are going to get wild!

I love to pair this fun patriotic firework painting with other fourth of July-themed crafts, activities, and recipes! Check out this huge list of fourth of July ideas for kids!

How To Set Up This Squirt Gun Firework Painting

Cover your work area with a drop cloth or old sheet.

Paint the canvas black and let it dry completely. This helps the colors pop like fireworks against the night sky.

In separate cups, mix each paint color with a little water until it is thin enough to spray through the squirt gun.

Pour the watered-down paint into the squirt guns.

Carefully squirt paint onto the black canvas to create firework bursts, splatters, and streaks.

Layer different colors to make your fireworks look extra bright and energetic.

Tips To Make This Firework Painting A Success

• Add more water if the paint is too thick to spray smoothly.
• Test the squirt gun on scrap paper first before spraying the canvas.
• Try standing closer for bold splats and farther away for misty firework effects.
• Use quick sprays and sweeping motions to create exploding firework shapes.
• Wear old clothes because this activity can get messy.
• Place the canvas flat on the ground to help prevent drips from running.
• Mix in a little glitter paint for extra sparkle and shine.

Patriotic Crafts for Kids

American Flag Wands– Instead of giving kids dangerous sparklers, opt for these DIY American flag wands instead! Using ribbon and a dowel, kids can create a flag that they can wave in the wind.

Toilet Paper Roll Firework Craft– Use a toilet paper roll to create bright and beautiful fireworks on black paper. This budget-friendly DIY craft is a festive way to celebrate!

Egg Carton American Flag Craft– Make an American flag out of an old cardboard egg carton. It’s a recycled craft that kids will love to create!

Firework Rocket Craft– Using just construction paper and streamers, kids will make a firecracker rocket that’s great for pretend play.

Fourth of July Ideas For Kids– Find the best crafts, activities, books, and recipes for the fourth of July!

How To Make A Squirt Gun Firework Painting

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Try squirt gun firework painting this Fourth of July! A fun, messy outdoor art activity kids will love. Easy setup, big results & summer memories made!

• Author: stacie
• Prep Time: 10
• Total Time: 25+
• Category: Activities, DIY, Fourth of July
• Method: Step-by-Step

Materials

●     Canvas or thick paper

●     Black paint

●     Red, white, and blue paint

●     Water

●     Squirt guns

●     Cups or bowls for mixing paint

●     Drop cloth or old sheet

Instructions

1.   Cover your work area with a drop cloth or old sheet.

2.   Paint the canvas black and let it dry completely. This helps the colors pop like fireworks against the night sky.

3.   In separate cups, mix each paint color with a little water until it is thin enough to spray through the squirt gun.

4.   Pour the watered-down paint into the squirt guns.

5.   Carefully squirt paint onto the black canvas to create firework bursts, splatters, and streaks.

6.   Layer different colors to make your fireworks look extra bright and energetic.

stacie

Stacie is a former first grade teacher who loves to share educational activities to help kids learn, grow, and develop! She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and a Master’s Degree in Child Development with a focus on Mental Health.

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