Each 4-H project offers a variety of activities and learning opportunities to suit your interests and strengths. Whether you're just getting started or taking your knowledge to the next level, there are several activities to learn and do throughout your project experience!

• Learn drawing, painting and printing techniques in paint, pencil, chalk, charcoal or mixed media
• Learn sculpture techniques
• Make something from wood, leather, paper or clay
• Weave a basket or wall hanging
• Etch glass or metal or make jewelry and wire sculptures
• Create mosaics or nature crafts using recycled or collected materials
• Discover new mediums

Reasonably priced materials are available for every project in Kansas 4-H. You can order the materials for your project online or contact your local Extension Office.

Visual Arts (VA100), Ceramics (VA200), Leather Craft (VA201), Other (Determined by County) (VA202)

• 4-H Create Art Now
• Get Started in Art
• Sketchbook Crossroads (age 7-10)
• Portfolio Pathways (age 11-13)
• Elements and Principles of Design Card
• Creating Stained Glass Projects
• 4-H Leathercraft Manual

General Visual Arts Resources

• Kansas 4-H Project Report Forms

County Level

Medal presented at your 4-H award recognition event

State Level

Medallion and Scholarship to attend National 4-H Congress

• Participants may attend National 4-H Congress once as an active 4-H member

National Level

Represent Kansas at National 4-H Congress

Kansas State Fair Visual Arts Exhibits
When: September
Where: Hutchinson, KS
Award: Selected exhibits chosen for display at Rock Springs 4-H Center

Completing a successful 4-H project is just the beginning of finding your spark. Members can take several meaningful steps to further develop skills and interests. Learn more about these exciting opportunities in career exploration:

• Discovery Days
• Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge - Network Kansas
• K-State Department of Art