American television was all set to launch in the late 1930s, but its progress was interrupted by the start of World War II. Finally, by the end of the 1940s, NBC and CBS began broadcasting to their east coast affiliates.

You will need plain white paper or art paper, (if you have it) and some small paint brushes.  You can make your paint by boiling down coffee till it is very concentrate (think dregs).  You can also use instant espresso which works best.&