Combine the color and beauty of nature with a Frida Kahlo portrait to create fun garden art inspired by the famous artist’s own work! Frida Kahlo art for kids is also a great way to explore mixed media art with kiddos of all ages. All you need are colored markers, a sheet of art paper, and a few leaves you have collected yourself!

FRIDA KAHLO ART PROJECT FOR KIDS

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NATURE ART WITH FRIDA KAHLO

Famous artist, Frida Kahlo, was a Mexican painter well known for her portraits, and self-portraits. Her work was inspired by traditional Mexican art, which is wonderfully colorful, patterned and symbolic. Also by the nature of Mexico, with feathers, flowers, dancing music and texture. It is said that her artwork was a combination of realism and fantasy.

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FRIDA’S GARDEN ART

Mexican artist Frida Kahlo loved to paint herself surrounded by nature. She loved flowers, leaves, and all things colorful!

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SUPPLIES:

  • Frida Template
  • Leaves and flowers
  • Mod Podge
  • Markers
  • Canvas or art paper

Tip: Get creative! What else can you use besides real leaves and flowers?

Make this project work for you:

  • Head to the dollar store for assorted fake leaves and flowers including fall-themed colors!
  • Cut your own flowers and leaves out of construction paper or tissue paper.
  • Draw a colorful background of leaves.

HOW TO MAKE FRIDA KAHLO ART

STEP 1. Download and print the Frida Kahlo face template.

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STEP 2. Draw in the rest of Frida’s facial features and then add color with markers.

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STEP 3. Cut out her outline.

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STEP 4. Glue leaves to the canvas or art paper.

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STEP 5. Then glue Frida’s outline on top of the leaves.

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STEP 6. Add flowers to Frida’s hair for a colorful touch of nature!

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More Fun Art Activities to Try

There are so many famous artists for kids to explore, past and present! Explore Pop Art with Warhol or Mixed Media with Van Gogh. Create a fresco with Michelangelo, Dot Art with Seurat or jungle art with Rousseau!

Printable Famous Artists Project Pack

Want to learn even more about famous artists? The famous artist pack is a growing resource filled with fantastic projects to explore and create!

Inside The Art Pack: Find 24+ famous artists to explore.

Also, look for tips for success, getting started information, and more! Note: Many options for female and POC artists are also included.

Each artist includes: 

  • Artist Project Sheets, each with three ideas to try.
  • Additional Artist Project Printable Activities to go along with each artist and project.
  • Simple Artist Biography Sheets that are kid-friendly. Get to know each artist!
  • Animated Artist Videos that cover a simple project idea to try for each artist!
  • My Favorite Artist Mini Pack to explore a favorite artist further if desired.
  • Getty Challenge shows you how to try this cool art challenge at home or in the classroom!
  • Supply List to help you fill your art cart for anytime projects!
  • Helpful Tips make each project successful for Everyone!
  • Bonus Projects Pack Full of Easy Ideas, including a DIY Art Camp!
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