Wax Resist Art Techniques

Miss Cherry from Ventura County Library presents a project called 'It's Not Magic, It's Science,' where art and science are combined through a wax resist technique. The project requires a white crayon, watercolor, a palette, and a paintbrush. Participants draw or write with a white crayon on paper, then apply watercolor to reveal the design. The science behind the project involves the hydrophobic nature of wax, which repels water, and gravity, which helps the watercolor spread. The video encourages creativity by suggesting making secret messages or cards.

What is the best type of crayon to use for the wax resist project?

• Blue crayon

• Red crayon

• White crayon

• Black crayon

Which of the following can be used as an alternative to watercolor?

• Charcoal

• Oil paint

• Acrylic paint

• Food coloring

What should you do after drawing with the white crayon on paper?

• Paint over it with watercolor

• Leave it as it is

• Erase the drawing

• Cover it with tape

What is the term used to describe the property of wax that makes it resist water?

• Hydrophilic

• Hydrophobic

• Hydrostatic

• Hydrothermal

Why do the wax and water not mix well together?

• They are chemically reactive

• They are both hydrophilic

• They prefer to stay with their own molecules

• They are both hydrophobic

What force helps the watercolor spread across the paper?

• Magnetism

• Friction

• Gravity

• Electricity

What happens to the watercolor when it encounters the wax on the paper?

• It absorbs into the wax

• It spreads evenly over the wax

• It changes color

• It is repelled by the wax

What is the purpose of pressing down hard with the crayon?

• To break the crayon

• To ensure the wax is thick enough to resist water

• To make the paper tear

• To create a darker color

What can you create using the wax resist technique?

• Sculptures

• Origami

• Pottery

• Secret messages

What is the suggested use for the wax resist creations?

• Sell them

• Share them with friends and loved ones

• Frame them

• Use them as bookmarks