Build a Bird
sculptureAll Ages
Birds bursting with personality.
Feathers, birds, butterflies — and a whole lot of flutter.
Introduction
Wings make everything feel a little more magical! Feathers, butterflies, birds swooping through the sky... they catch our attention and spark that beautiful mix of curiosity and wonder that we love so much at Smudge.
This theme is all about things that fly, flutter, and float. We'll paint with feathers, build a giant cardboard aviary, print with gelli plates, and set up the softest sensory play. From the calm focus of our Peacock Still Life to the beautiful chaos of Egg Rolling, there's something for every kind of artist.
From Smudge to You
Below you'll find the collection of creative activities we've used to bring this theme to life at Smudge. Each one is an invitation to play, experiment, and see where the materials take you. Pick and choose what excites you and adapt them to your own space.
Birds bursting with personality.
Roll wooden eggs through rivers of paint in big, bold, beautiful chaos.
Craft your own magical painting tools from sticks, wire, and real feathers.
Press, print, and peel for the most satisfying surprises.
Squeeze, smoosh, scrape, and reveal
Look closely at real feathers and capture every gorgeous detail.
Build a towering world of cardboard birds, giant feathers, and flight.
The softest place for imaginary play