Create a fun and colorful landscape painting inspired by Australian artist, Bronwyn Bancroft. An easy way to learn about the layering technique in painting for kids of all ages! Experiment with dot painting with our landscape printable and instructions below. We love easy painting ideas for kids!

BRONWYN BANCROFT ART FOR KIDS

Pin

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!

Pin

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 own original work.

It is great for kids to be exposed to different styles of art, experiment with different mediums, and techniques through our famous artist art projects.

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!

CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR FREE PRINTABLE ART PROJECT!

COLORFUL LANDSCAPE ART

Also make this colorful Bancroft Christmas ornament!

SUPPLIES:

INSTRUCTIONS:

STEP 1: Print the landscape template.

Pin

STEP 2: Using watercolor paints, paint the background designs. Use bright colors.

Pin
Pin

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.

Pin

Or paint with the end of a pencil.

Pin

Or use a paintbrush. Make different size dots depending on what you use!

Pin

Continue until you have a bright and colorful landscape painting!

Pin

MORE FUN PAINTING IDEAS TO TRY

Paint these bright and colorful flowers with your own homemade stamps, inspired by Alma Thomas.

Even if your kiddos aren’t the crafty type, every kid loves to try salt painting.

Create your own galaxy painting inspired by the beauty of our amazing Milky Way galaxy.

Kind of messy but a totally fun painting idea, the kids will have a blast trying this crazy hair painting!

COLORFUL BRONWYN BANCROFT ART FOR KIDS

Click on the image below or on the link for more easy art activities inspired by famous artists.