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Art Projects Based On Famous Artists

Teach children art history through a variety of fun art projects and famous artists lesson plans. You will be surprised how children are able to observe, analyze and discuss real artworks. In these free lessons and tutorials, we give you questions to help prompt a fun and personalized discussion.

Why do we say art lessons that are inspired by famous artists? When you get to the actual artmaking you don’t want kids just making a copy of a famous painting. Use the famous artwork as a guide, but always encourage kids to add their own twist. For example, there should be variety in the waterlilies, colors and extra details in this Monet-inspired lesson.

Search our famous artist lessons from more contemporary artists like Heather Galler to classics like Van Gogh.

 

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Easy Cat Drawing Inspired By Laurel Burch

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Monet Water Lilies Art Lesson For Kids

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Easy Chalk Pastel Heart Art Project

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Fun Heather Galler Art Lesson For Kids

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Easy Flower Painting Idea For Kids

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