This Haring Valentine Art Project is inspired by the famous artist Keith Haring! With bold lines, bright colors, and a message of love and friendship, this project is perfect for kids of all ages. Grab the free printable to get started.
Haring Valentine Art Project
Haring’s famous heart designs inspire this Valentine’s Day card and will introduce kids to the art of collage. Using simple cut-out shapes, kids can create pop-art-style Valentine’s cards.
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Supplies Needed:
- Haring Valentine template (download and print)
- Scissors
- Glue stick
- Various colors of cardstock (red, pink, white)
- Black marker (optional for outlining)
Haring Valentine Instructions
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Step 1: Print and Cut the Template
Print the Haring Valentine template and carefully cut out the design. This will be the center of your Valentine’s Day card.
Step 2: Fold the Cardstock
Take a piece of colored cardstock (pink, red, or white works great) and fold it in half to create a card.
Attach the Template
Attach the Haring-inspired design to the front of your card using a glue stick.
Create the Hearts
Using the heart templates, trace and cut out hearts from different colors of cardstock.
Assemble Your Valentine’s Card
Glue the three cut-out hearts onto the card, layering them for a fun 3D effect!
💡Want to add a touch of STEAM? Turn this into a paper circuit card!
Add Your Finishing Touches
Outline the hearts with a black marker or add a unique Valentine’s message for an extra artistic touch.
💡Learn more about Pop Art here and try this Keith Haring Line Art Project, and download Line Art printables here.
Who Was Keith Haring?
Keith Haring was an artist known for his bold, simple drawings filled with movement and bright colors. He loved to create art that celebrated love, friendship, and community. One of his most famous pieces, “Untitled (Two Figures with Heart),” shows two people lifting up a big heart together—perfect inspiration for this Valentine’s Day art project!
Free Haring Valentine Art Printable
What is Line Art?
Line art is a type of drawing that uses only lines to create pictures. These lines can be thick or thin, straight or curvy, wavy or zigzagged. Instead of using colors, shading, or textures, line art focuses on shapes, movement, and details made with just lines.
Why is Line Art Important?
- Artists use line art to show movement and emotions. For example, curved lines can make a picture look soft and flowing, while zigzag lines can make it look energetic or exciting.
- Line art helps create bold and clear designs. Many artists, like Keith Haring, use simple lines to make eye-catching and fun artwork.
- It’s great for practicing drawing skills. Since line art focuses on basic shapes and outlines, it’s a fun way to improve drawing without worrying about colors.
Examples of Line Art:
- Famous artists, like Keith Haring, use line art to create bold and simple pictures that tell a story.
- Cartoons and comic strips often use line art to create characters and scenes.
- Coloring pages are usually made with line art, so you can color inside the lines.
More Fun Valentine’s Day Art Projects
- Picasso Heart
- Watercolor Heart
- Piet Mondrian Heart
- Lichtenstein Pop Art Hearts
- Kusama’s Valentine Art
- 3D Paper Hearts
- Fizzy Hearts (STEAM)
- Kandinsky Hearts
Printable Winter Holiday Art Projects Pack
Celebrate the Winter season with themed art, including Valentine’s Day!
Everything you need is included. 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!
