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August 19, 2011 By Sarah Halstead

Messy Painting

Filed Under: Family, Photography Tagged With: carsyn, dustyn

If you’re not getting really messy painting, then you’re not really getting into it.” – ECC

Messy Painting

One of Carsyn after he grabbed the paint dish.

The Paints

A few taken with my iPhone. I used that while they were actually painting and then my DLSR afterward.

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  1. Dina @ 4 Lettre Words says

    August 22, 2011 at 7:53 pm

    How did I miss this??? So, so awesome, Sarah. I just love it!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 22, 2011 at 8:54 pm

      Thanks so much Dina.
  2. Angela says

    August 22, 2011 at 1:30 pm

    These are adorable! Those smiles and those eyes!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 22, 2011 at 8:50 pm

      Thanks angela.
  3. Courtney says

    August 22, 2011 at 8:23 am

    I know I've said this before but you are one brave mama. LOL! I love that you just let the boys go at it. Too funny! Thanks for linking up, Sarah!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 22, 2011 at 11:23 am

      He he. Thanks Courtney. I love that they have fun. :)
  4. Branson says

    August 21, 2011 at 10:58 pm

    Awesome!! Looks like you guys had a blast!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 22, 2011 at 11:18 am

      Thanks. It was a lot of fun.
  5. Cedar says

    August 21, 2011 at 7:06 pm

    Oh! I thought I'd already commented! Great photos! I love the color bar and also the one of the paints in their containers still~though your boys are always adorable, too!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 21, 2011 at 7:09 pm

      Thanks so much Cedar.
  6. Carolyn says

    August 21, 2011 at 3:14 pm

    Wow looks like fun times! Your kiddos are adorable!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 21, 2011 at 7:01 pm

      Thanks Carolyn.
  7. Elena says

    August 21, 2011 at 12:51 pm

    It looks like a blast! Awesome photos!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 21, 2011 at 7:00 pm

      Thanks Elena.
  8. Rachelle says

    August 21, 2011 at 11:29 am

    LOVE these shots! You've captured the moments of childhood beautifully. Love the vibrancy of color.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 21, 2011 at 7:00 pm

      Thanks rachelle.
  9. Tiffany Rhodes says

    August 19, 2011 at 9:38 pm

    Fun fun fun!! :]
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 21, 2011 at 7:06 pm

      Thanks Tiffany.
  10. cheryl says

    August 19, 2011 at 7:25 pm

    beautiful shots! love what you did with the colour blocks on the first photo! so fun.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 21, 2011 at 7:06 pm

      Thank you Cheryl.
  11. Rachel says

    August 19, 2011 at 7:20 pm

    Oh my goodness...That is a hoot! What great fun! Awesome pictures! Love those blue eyes your boys have!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 21, 2011 at 7:06 pm

      Thanks rachel.
  12. Gina says

    August 19, 2011 at 4:47 pm

    Oh my word Sarah- that looks like so much fun!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 21, 2011 at 7:05 pm

      Thank you Gina.
  13. Kimberly says

    August 19, 2011 at 4:12 pm

    These photos are so fun! I love the color bar one! I still need to try that. We might have to try those paints. My boys (and girl) love to get messy!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 21, 2011 at 7:04 pm

      Thanks Kimberly.
  14. Selena says

    August 19, 2011 at 3:56 pm

    Looks like they had so much fun!! What a good idea!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 19, 2011 at 4:07 pm

      Thanks Selena.
  15. Nancy says

    August 19, 2011 at 3:11 pm

    What a good sport you are. Are those edible paints? I mean, are they meant to be eaten? :)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 19, 2011 at 3:21 pm

      Thanks Nancy. No those aren't meant to be eaten but I do want to make some like that.
  16. Susan says

    August 19, 2011 at 1:52 pm

    Cute! Love the mess, and the iPhone shots and collage are just great! What fun!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 19, 2011 at 2:31 pm

      Thank you so much susan.
  17. Leovi says

    August 19, 2011 at 1:18 pm

    Beautiful portrait, I love this sweet and funny look.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 19, 2011 at 2:14 pm

      Thanks. :)
  18. Christina Klas says

    August 19, 2011 at 1:16 pm

    So so so cute. They all make me smile! How much fun are they having!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 19, 2011 at 2:13 pm

      Thanks Christina. They had a blast.
  19. casey says

    August 19, 2011 at 12:28 pm

    This is such a fantastic picture and I LOVE the quote and color bars beneath it!!! GREAT capture!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 19, 2011 at 2:12 pm

      Thanks so much Casey. He had fun.
  20. April says

    August 19, 2011 at 12:19 pm

    This looks like soooo much fun!!!!! I need to get some large paper and let the kiddo's do this soon.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 19, 2011 at 2:12 pm

      Thanks April. They have fun. I want to get two canvas' and have them each paint one to hang in their room.
  21. andi says

    August 19, 2011 at 12:17 pm

    i love how you just let them get dirty and have fun with it and how you captured it as a fun memory! thanks for linking up this week! I'm so happy to have you! Andi
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 19, 2011 at 2:11 pm

      Thanks Andi. They get dirty a lot.
  22. Laurie says

    August 19, 2011 at 11:48 am

    I absolutely love the first shot! So adorable! Thanks for linking up!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 19, 2011 at 2:10 pm

      Thanks Laurie.
  23. Susan says

    August 19, 2011 at 10:56 am

    Oh my, how fun!! Your kids look adorable, no matter what!! Love the colors Sarah...
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 19, 2011 at 2:03 pm

      Aww thanks Susan. Have a great weekend.
  24. kathy says

    August 19, 2011 at 10:51 am

    Visiting from "Favorite Photo of the Week". I LOVE how the eyes pop out and grab you in that first photo. Brilliant! Kathy http://youllshootyoureyeout-kathy.blogspot.com
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 19, 2011 at 2:02 pm

      Thanks so much Kathy.
  25. Dana says

    August 19, 2011 at 10:43 am

    Love the quote that goes with the first picture! I'm an art teacher-- it sums me up perfectly!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 19, 2011 at 2:02 pm

      Thanks Dana.
  26. Katie Lloyd says

    August 19, 2011 at 10:39 am

    LOL...Our kids have similar artistic styles...Rowan just drew all over herself yesterday with a pen! :)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 19, 2011 at 2:01 pm

      Ha ha. Too funny.
  27. SavvyLittleWomen - Kate says

    August 19, 2011 at 10:19 am

    That 1st pic is SO great! Your boys are such cuties!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 19, 2011 at 2:00 pm

      Thanks so much Kate. As are your girls and boy. Isn't that awesome to say. :)
  28. Emily says

    August 19, 2011 at 10:10 am

    I am in love with your blog!! Your kiddos are just too cute! :) I'm your newest follower, and I can't wait to see your next post!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 19, 2011 at 1:59 pm

      Awww. Thanks so much Emily. I love new readers.
  29. Shan says

    August 19, 2011 at 9:58 am

    Cute! Love the first picture!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 19, 2011 at 1:58 pm

      Thank you Shan.
  30. Ashley Sisk says

    August 19, 2011 at 9:39 am

    That quote is great - I couldn't agree more!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 19, 2011 at 1:57 pm

      Thank you Ashley. :)
  31. Lori says

    August 19, 2011 at 9:30 am

    Oh haha! Being a mom, grandmother, and a child care provider I have to say I love love this! I can just relate on all levels that this was fun! So super cute! Thanks for sharing your photos on Foto Friday, Lori
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 19, 2011 at 1:56 pm

      Thanks so much Lori. He sure did have fun.
  32. Jessica says

    August 19, 2011 at 7:48 am

    Love it, looks like painting at my house but with much better pictures!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 19, 2011 at 1:54 pm

      Ha ha. Thanks Jess.
  33. Amber says

    August 19, 2011 at 7:41 am

    So you know I TOTALLY LOVE it!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am all about making a mess, as you have seen with B's painting pics. Carsyn looks so sweet sitting there. Did he enjoy the paint? And then Dustyn.........what a little cutie!!! I can see it on their faces that it was a super fun experience.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 19, 2011 at 1:54 pm

      Thanks so much amber. He did love painting. He had a lot of fun and sat up so well.
  34. heather says

    August 19, 2011 at 6:41 am

    the boys are so cute!! i love your work. wish we were still close so i could have you do all bethanie's pictures.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      August 19, 2011 at 1:53 pm

      Thanks heather. Wish you were here too.

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