Try something a little different today with a Starry Night art project for kids and free start Night coloring page! This Van Gogh-inspired art activity is perfect for exploring quick and simple mixed media. Art doesn’t have to be difficult or overly messy to share with kids; it doesn’t have to cost a lot, either!
Vincent Van Gogh for Kids
Have you ever tried mixed media art? It sounds like it might be complicated! It’s definitely not, and it’s super easy to try!
Mixed media art is all about combining a variety of mediums. A medium can be as simple as paint, crayons, and markers. Using two or more mediums together in one masterpiece to form a new work of art!
Although The Starry Night painting by Vincent Van Gogh is not mixed media, here you can have a little art fun with it!
The Starry Night is a painting by the Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh in 1889. Where is Starry Night currently? The painting has been in the Museum of Modern Art collection in New York City since 1941. Considered one of Van Gogh’s best works, The Starry Night is also one of the most well-recognized paintings in the world.
More Fun Vincent Van Gogh Projects to Try:
Free printable Van Gogh art project!
Add this free printable art project to your lesson plans, screen-free time at home, or club activity!
Starry Night Art Project Supplies
This style of mixed media art is pretty easy to do with just about any of our printables included this Mona Lisa Mixed Media!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
- Printable Starry Night
- Markers
- Crayons
- Colored Pencils
What else can you use for mixed media art?
It’s up to you! What about…
- Paint!
- Watercolors!
- Paper scraps!
- and _________?
How to Make Van Gogh-Inspired Mixed Media Art
Step 1: Print out the template.
Step 2: Cut the template into four pieces (more if you want to get more detailed or add more mediums).
Step 3: Color each piece with a different medium.
Step 4: Assemble the squares back together by either taping the backs of them or attaching them to a new piece of paper!
Tip: When you’re finished, add it to a picture frame if desired!
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 great for kids to be exposed to different styles of art, experiment with different mediums and techniques through our famous artist art projects.
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Kids may even find an artist or artists whose work they like and will inspire them to do more of their own 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!
More Famous Artist-Inspired Art Projects
We have so many fantastic famous artist-inspired projects to share. Here is just a sampling of what you’ll find.
- Fabulous Frida
- Pollock Hair
- Kandinsky Trees
- Bancroft Landscape
- Ashevak’s Owls
- Kusama’s Tulips
- Basquiat Portraits
- Mona Lisa Mixed Media
Helpful Art Resources To Get You Started
Here are a few resources that will help you introduce art more effectively to your kiddos or students and feel confident yourself when presenting materials. You’ll find helpful free printables throughout.
Printable Famous Artist Pack
You’ll find each of our famous artists featured in our Famous Artists Project Pack 👇 including a bonus Andy Warhol Coloring Book!
25+ artists and growing with unique projects not available on the website!
