Collage & Paper Art Ideas

Explore creative collage and paper art ideas for kids using construction paper, tissue paper, cardboard and other simple supplies. From cutting and gluing to mixed media and recycled art, these projects are easy to adapt for different ages.

Favorite Collage & Paper Art Ideas

• PRIMARY COLOR COLLAGES – Use paper shapes and paint lines to create a simple collage inspired by Piet Mondrian.
• COLORFUL WORD ART – Create a colorful bleeding tissue paper background and add a bold word design with markers.
• MIXED MEDIA FLOWER COLLAGE – Create painted papers with simple stamping techniques, then cut and arrange them into a colorful flower collage. Great for K-2 artists!