Create a fun and colorful landscape painting inspired by Australian artist Bronwyn Bancroft. This is an easy way for kids of all ages to learn about the layering technique in painting! Experiment with dot painting using our printable landscape and the instructions below. We love easy painting ideas for kids!
WHO IS BRONWYN BANCROFT?
Bundjalung woman, Bronwyn Bancroft is an Australian Indigenous artist and children’s book illustrator who has published over 40 books.
Bancroft’s work focuses on her home country, its animals, the beauty of its land, and its history. Her work often reflects the climate of Australia, from the harsh deserts to the sub-tropical rainforests. Bancroft uses bold, bright colors in her paintings.
Bancroft was also a fashion designer, known for her colorful fabrics and textiles. Within and beyond her artistic works, Bancroft has been active for a range of social issues, particularly those affecting Indigenous Australians.
Check out more Indigenous Peoples Activities for kids!
Let’s create a landscape painting in the colorful and bold style of artist, Bronwyn Bancroft!
COLORFUL LANDSCAPE ART
Also, make this colorful Bancroft Christmas ornament!
SUPPLIES:
- Landscape printable (see below)
- Watercolors
- Acrylic paint
- Toothpicks
- Pencil
- Paintbrush
INSTRUCTIONS:
STEP 1: Print the landscape template.
💡Note: You can display this landscape as inspiration but have kids create their own scene using this as a guide!
STEP 2: Using watercolor paints, paint the background designs. Use bright colors.
STEP 3: Using a layering technique, now add dots, lines, and patterns to your landscape over the watercolors. Make sure it is dry first!
Add the acrylic paint using toothpicks.
Or paint with the end of a pencil.
Or use a paintbrush. Make different size dots depending on what you use!
Continue until you have a bright and colorful landscape painting!
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- Paint these bright and colorful flowers with your own homemade stamps inspired by Alma Thomas.
- Even if your kiddos aren’t crafty, every kid loves to try salt painting.
- Create a galaxy painting inspired by the beauty of our amazing Milky Way galaxy.
- It’s kind of messy, but it’s a totally fun painting idea. The kids will have a blast trying this crazy hair painting!
Why Study Famous Artists
Studying the artwork of the masters not only influences your artistic style but even improves your skills and decisions when creating your original work.
Through our famous artist art projects, kids can be exposed to different styles of art and experiment with different mediums and techniques.
Kids may even find an artist or artists whose work they really like and will inspire them to do more of their own art work.
Why is learning about art from the past important?
- Kids who are exposed to art have an appreciation for beauty!
- Kids who study art history feel a connection to the past!
- Art discussions develop critical thinking skills!
- Kids who study art learn about diversity at a young age!
- Art history can inspire curiosity!
Printable Art Bundle
You’ll find each of our famous artists featured in our Famous Artists Project Pack 👇 including tons of fantastic resources!
This bundle includes a variety of art packs to cover different areas of the art experience! Perfect for ages 5-12, with various activities to suit all age levels. Easy to use in the home or classroom.
PACKS INCLUDE:
- Famous Artists Project Pack with 25+ artists to explore past and present, including women, people of color, and indigenous peoples.
- Artists Challenge Pack: Various extra art projects, including a museum scavenger hunt and extras.
- 7 Elements of Art Pack: Learn about and explore the 7 elements of art with handy information, tips, and fun projects to try.
- Art and Playdough Pack: Make homemade playdough and use these art mats with kids of all ages featuring famous artists with simple information.
- Art Techniques Pack: Learn watercolor, collage, and printmaking techniques for your art projects. Complete with information, tips, and activities to try!
