Explore 12 fun kids’ art projects inspired by famous artists. Each activity lets kids create their own version of art by famous artists!
Here at the Artful Parent, we’ve got a treasure trove of art activities and craft projects, book lists and fun seasonal crafts.
We’ve also got quite the collection of art projects inspired by some of the greatest artists of all time. Each activity is designed to introduce young artists to famous styles while encouraging their own creativity. From bold colors to unique techniques, kids will explore art in a hands-on way.
And if you want to learn more about art by famous artists, check out our list of children’s books about artists.
Art by Famous Artists
1. Chalk Art Inspired by Vincent Van Gogh
Scrape chalk powder over glue and create swirled chalk art designs! A fun art project inspired by Vincent Van Gogh’s The Starry Night.
2. Frida Kahlo Portraits for Kids
This is a fun Frida Kahlo inspired drawing prompt for kids. Explore identity with kids & create personalized Frida portraits for kids.
3. Dot Paintings Inspired by Yayoi Kusama
Create amazing and colorful dot paintings inspired by dot artist Yayoi Kusama of Japan.
4. Pablo Picasso Collages for Kids
Kids explore identity and learn how to create Pablo Picasso collages with colorful cut paper shapes and glue.
5. Starry Night by Painting with Clay
Another project inspired by Van Gogh’s famous work, make your own Starry Night scene by painting with clay.
6. Wire Sculpture Art Inspired by Ruth Asawa
Learn about Japanese artist Ruth Aiko Asawa and learn how to use colored wire to create 3D wire sculpture art around found objects.
7. Modern Art Painting Inspired by Hilma Af Klint
Create beautiful drawings inspired by the modern art paintings of early female abstract artist Hilma af Klint.
8. Collage Art for Kids Inspired by Alma Thomas
Paint warm and cool colors on paper. Then turn your paintings into colorful collage art inspired by Alma Thomas.
9. Kate Shaw’s Marbled Paper Landscape Collages
Create beautiful marbled paper and then cut and paste into landscape collages inspired by Australian artist Kate Shaw.
10. Geometric Paintings Inspired by Sonia Delaunay
Kids can create paintings featuring strong colors and geometric shapes, inspired by artist Sonia Delaunay.
11. Joan Miró’s Magic Animal Masks
Create magical, mystical animal masks for kids inspired by artist Joan Miró.
12. Paul Klee’s Colorful City Collages
Try this fun Paul Klee art for kids by collaging cities onto a colorful chalk background.
We hope you find these art projects inspiring and that you take some time to explore these artists and their artworks!
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