Spooky fun with the famous artist Wassily Kandinsky. This simple papercraft with a free haunted house template is perfect for many ages. Combine circular rings of color and the form of a tree to create fun Halloween art inspired by the famous artist Wassily Kandinsky. All you need is a watercolor tin, a sheet or two of art paper, and our free printable templates!
Who Is Wassily Kandinsky?
Famous artist Wassily Kandinsky was born in Moscow, Russia, on 16th December 1866. He grew up in the Russian city of Odessa, where he enjoyed music and learned to play the piano and the cello. Kandinsky would remark later that even as a child, the colors of nature dazzled him.
Both music and nature would have a big influence on Kandinsky’s art as he grew older. Kandinsky would come to see that a painting did not need a particular subject but that shapes and colors could be art.
Over the coming years, he would begin to paint what is now known as abstract art. Kandinsky is considered one of the founders of abstract art.
Kandinsky circles are a great example of abstract art. Kandinsky believed the circle had symbolic significance relating to the mysteries of the cosmos, and he often used it as an abstract form in his artwork.
While you’re at it, explore these Kandinsky art projects all year round:
- Kandinsky Tree (Make One for Each Season)
- Kandinsky Circle Art
- Kandinsky Christmas Ornaments
- Kandinsky Christmas Tree
- Kandinsky Hearts Art
Read on to find out how kids can experiment with their own Kandinsky-inspired Halloween watercolor painting. Make sure to grab the free printable art project to get started!
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 excellent for kids to be exposed to different styles of art and experiment with other mediums and techniques through our famous artist art projects.
Learn more about Watercolor Art here.
Kids may even find an artist or artists whose work they like and will inspire them to do more of their artwork.
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!
Helpful Art Resources To Get You Started
Here are a few resources to help you introduce art more effectively to your kids or students and feel confident when presenting materials. You’ll find helpful free printables throughout.
- Free Color Mixing Mini Pack
- Getting Started with Process Art
- Preschool Art Projects
- How to Make Paint
- Easy Painting Ideas For Kids
- Free Art Challenges
- Pop Art Ideas
- What Are The 7 Elements Of Art?
- STEAM Activities (Science + Art)
Tips To Create A Kandinsky Haunted House
Tip 1: Easily color the circles any color you like, including blues and reds! It’s your spooky haunted house!
Tip 2: Pick different art materials, such as markers, crayons, paints, watercolors, or pastels, to color the circles or take it a step further… Cut circles out of different papers and make a collage background!
Grab this FREE printable Kandinsky art project here!
Halloween Watercolor Project
Supplies:
- Haunted house and circles printable template
- Markers or watercolors
- Glue
- Scissors
- Art paper or canvas
Instructions:
STEP 1. Print the templates.
STEP 2. Use markers or watercolors to color in the circles.
STEP 3. Cut out the tree and the circles.
STEP 4. Glue the pieces to paper or canvas to create your own colorful Kandinsky tree.
More Fun Halloween Art For Kids
- Pollock Bat
- Picasso Jack O’Lantern
- Lichtenstein Boo
- Van Gogh’s Scary (Starry) Night
- Edvard Munch’s The Scream
Printable Fall Art Project Pack
Everything you need is included in this Fall Art Project Pack. Just add art supplies! Perfect for kids of all ages to enjoy with a variety of techniques. Whether in the classroom, at home, or with groups, there is a fantastic variety of art activities to try!
Find all the instructions and templates necessary for over 40 art projects this Fall.
Apples, pumpkins, leaves, Halloween, and Thanksgiving!
Explore process art, STEAM, and even famous artists with these very doable art activities that won’t break the budget or the time you have available!
Bonus Halloween Printable
Add this free printable 3D haunted house template to your STEAM lessons this month. Use it in the classroom, at home, or with clubs and groups!
