Combine bright, colorful cutouts to create a fun vase of flowers inspired by the famous artist Henri Matisse! Matisse art for kids is a great way to explore art with kiddos of all ages. All you need is some scissors, glue, colored paper, and our free printable template, which you will find below!
Matisse Art Activity
SUPPLIES:
- Matisse Printable (see below)
- Scissors
- Glue stick
- Colored paper
💡 Make your own “painting” with cut-out shapes inspired by Matisse. The final masterpiece does not need to look like the one featured. Encourage your kiddos to create their own take on the subject.
INSTRUCTIONS:
STEP 1: Print the template of the Matisse-style flower cutouts.
STEP 2: Cut colored paper shapes using the printed templates.
STEP 3: Glue the vase to a colored paper or cardstock.
STEP 4: Then glue your flowers and other shapes to make a Matisse-style bouquet! Have fun placing the colorful cutouts where you like.
There are always flowers for those who want to see them.
Henri Matisse
Who is Henri Matisse?
Henri Matisse was a French artist born in 1869. Although he was a draughtsman, printer, and sculptor, he is primarily known as a painter.
He was raised in Bohain, France, which was famous for its luxury fabrics. His exposure to these fabrics influenced his sense of color and pattern and helped form his style of art.
Along with Pablo Picasso, Matisse is said to have greatly influenced modern art’s development. He developed a style recognizable for its use of intense colors, repeatable patterns, and flattened forms.
Matisse made some of his most famous art in the final years of his life. He began painting “with scissors” after health issues left him confined to a wheelchair, and his restricted movement made it too difficult for him to paint.
He cut paper and then directed his assistants in arranging the pieces. Larger arrangements were placed directly onto the walls of his studio and reconfigured until he was happy with the placement.
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Helpful Art Resources To Get You Started
Here are a few resources to help you introduce art more effectively to your kiddos 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
- Fun Pop Art Ideas
- Outdoor Art Projects
- Free Art Challenges
- What Are The 7 Elements Of Art?
- STEAM Activities (Science + Art)
- Make an art cart!
Printable Famous Artist Bundle
Many famous artists are featured in our Famous Artists Project Pack 👇 including tons of fantastic resources!
This bundle includes a variety of art packs to cover different areas of the art experience! It is perfect for ages 5-12, with various activities to suit all age levels. It is easy to use in the home or classroom.
PACKS INCLUDE:
- Famous Artists Project Pack with 25+ artists to explore past and present, including women, people of color, and indigenous peoples.
- Artists Challenge Pack: Various extra art projects, including a museum scavenger hunt and extras.
- 7 Elements of Art Pack: Learn about and explore the 7 elements of art with handy information, tips, and fun projects to try.
- Art and Playdough Pack: Make homemade playdough and use these art mats with kids of all ages. They feature famous artists and simple information.
- Art Techniques Pack: Learn watercolor, collage, and printmaking techniques for your art projects. Complete with information, tips, and activities to try!
