Combine the color and beauty of nature with a Frida Kahlo collage to create fun tropical art inspired by the famous artist’s work! Frida Kahlo art for kids is also a great way to explore mixed media art with kiddos of all ages.
Frida Kahlo Collage Art Project
🎨 TIP: Use the elements of this activity as is or test your creativity and create a unique background or cut the flowers out of different papers or materials! Look for an alternative variation of this project below.
Supplies:
- Printable Frida Kahlo Template (see below)
- Colored paper
- Markers
- Scissors
- Glue
Kahlo Art Project Instructions:
STEP 1: Print the template of Frida’s designs.
STEP 2: Color the images with markers using bright colors like Frida did!
Additionally, you can use the items as stencils and trace them onto different types of paper, such a magazine pictures, newspaper, or scrapbook paper, to create a unique look.
STEP 3: Cut out her face and the designs you want to use in your project.
STEP 4: Place the items in Frida’s hair or wherever you want, and glue the images to create your Frida Kahlo design!
Frida Kahlo Self Portrait Extension
Encourage your students to create a self-portrait that tells their unique story! Have them draw or paint themselves as the main focus, then surround their portrait with objects, animals, or patterns that represent their personality, dreams, or interests—just like Frida Kahlo did in her famous artwork.
Guide them to use bold, vivid colors to make their self-portraits come to life. This project helps students express their emotions, explore symbolism, and build confidence in their creativity while learning about an inspiring artist!
- Draw or paint yourself as the primary focus.
- Surround your portrait with objects, patterns, or animals representing your personality or dreams.
- Use bold, vivid colors to bring your story to life.
Free Frida Kahlo Printable Art Activity
Here are even more ways to get creative with a printable Frida Kahlo art project! Create a variety of unique Frida Kahlo collages.
Who is Frida Kahlo?
Frida Kahlo was a Mexican painter best known for her self-portraits. She loved to include elements from her Mexican culture, so she used many bright colors and natural images.
Frida was disabled by polio as a child but was still planning to go to school to become a doctor. However, at 18, she was hit by a bus, which caused her lifelong pain and medical problems. While she was recovering, she returned to her childhood interest in art.
In the hospital, her mother provided her with a specially-made easel, which allowed her to paint in bed, and her father let her borrow some of his oil paints. She had a mirror placed above the easel, so that she could see herself.
Also, have fun with…
- Frida Kahlo Art For Kids
- Frida Kahlo coloring
- Frida winter art
- Frida Kahlo leaf art
- Frida Kahlo Christmas ornament
Free Frida Kahlo Art Project and Template
Get this free artist project for Frida Kahlo with an easy-to-use template! Look below for another printable Frida Kahlo collage pack to try!
Looking for more famous artist projects?
Explore our Famous Artist Project Bundle, filled with hands-on art activities inspired by well-known artists. Each project is designed to be easy to use with kids and focuses on technique, creativity, and process over perfection.
