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The Messiest — But Coolest — Outdoor Art Projects

Awesome art projects that can be done in the backyard

Sarah-Bradley
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Published on: July 22, 2024

The Messiest — But Coolest — Outdoor Art Projects

Collecting mud for mud paining messy outdoor art projects
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Sometimes mud painting can turn into a full body art experience! Photo: iStock

Mud painting

Perfect for the first sunny day after a bunch of rainy ones, this activity is a great way to take advantage of all that mud just sitting around in your backyard. Kids can use brushes or just their fingers to paint. Learn Play Imagine offers fun ideas for making different shades of colored mud. Use heavier paper, such as card stock, that can hold up to the thicker texture of this paint.

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