Art Projects Based On Famous Artists

I have always loved using famous artists as inspiration for art projects with kids. You may be surprised by how much children can observe, analyze and discuss when looking at real artwork. Browse our art projects based on famous artists, with ideas inspired by classic and contemporary artists.

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.

Browse our famous artist lessons from more contemporary artists like Heather Galler to classic artist like Picasso.

Favorite Famous Artist Lessons For Kids

• CHIHULY-INSPIRED BOTTLE SCULPTURES – Kids create colorful 3-D sculptures while exploring shape, form and the artwork of Dale Chihuly.
• JIM DINE-INSPIRED HEART ART – Create colorful mixed media hearts using oil pastels and paint inspired by Jim Dine.
• KUSAMA-INSPIRED CLAY PUMPKINS (coming soon) – Create unique clay pumpkins with repeating dots and patterns inspired by Yayoi Kusama.