If you know a senior who is practicing social distancing but is getting bored at home, for those interested in art, there is a wealth of activities available online.

In this blog article, we’re going to give you some ideas for free online art activities.

Art Lessons and Classes

There are just tons of free online classes. Here are just a few suggestions.

YouTube—just search for whatever you want to learn, like “cartoon-drawing lessons.”

Kline Creative—these are drawing lesson designed for beginners. Just google “Kline Creative.”

Udemy—there are both free and paid classes here on many art topics.

University Classes—there are free university classes for those wanting something more in-depth.

Museum Tours

Wouldn’t it be interesting to visit a museum from the privacy of your home? Today, it’s possible in many places. Museums around the world have created online access to meet the needs of those staying at home because of COVID-19.

Philadelphia—Philadelphia has created free online access to several local museums.

The Louvre—The famous museum in Paris has many tours available online.

The Smithsonian—Even the Smithsonian has tours online.

And here’s a list of another 12 famous museums that you can visit online including the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam and the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy.

It’s possible to immerse yourself in the world of art with just a few keystrokes. And it’s totally free. Avoid the cost of plane tickets and the crowds and lines by visiting these places online.

If you need any supplies, basic art supplies are available at dollar stores (drawing notebooks), Walmart (pens and pencils), or online through Amazon or an unlimited number of other stores. You could always drop off a care package of art supplies to your senior friends and relatives!

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