Black History Month Archives - Art Projects for Kids

18 Jan 2018

Abstract Art with Alma Woodsey Thomas

This abstract art lesson let my students choose which painting format they wanted to try out — a circular or an vertical stripe one. By the way, this artist, Alma Woodsey Thomas, developed her signature style—large, abstract paintings filled with patterns of bright colors—in her 70s. She also was the first African American artist to have a show at the … Read More

11 Jan 2018

Martin Luther King Mural Template

by Kathleen Barbro | posted in: 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Black History Month, Pencil crayon | 0

A Martin Luther King history project can easily include a mural, if you start with my PDF template. These students from the Bronx show how even simple pencil crayons can make a striking image. This photo was sent to me years ago by a teacher in the Bronx. I love how you can see all the coloring lines, yet they … Read More

9 Jan 2018

Draw Martin Luther King Update

by Kathleen Barbro | posted in: 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Black History Month, Drawing, How to Draw Tutorials, People | 0

I created this Martin Luther King for kids project last year, but it needed a little tweaking. I hope it helps a few classrooms that are celebrating MLK Day. Please note that the eyebrows are made by coloring heavier with crayons. Older students may find that a good way to add some shadows to Dr. Martin Luther King’s face too. … Read More

5 Jan 2018

Gee’s Bend Quilt Collage

by Kathleen Barbro | posted in: 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Black History Month, Collage | 0

The women of Gee’s Bend — a small, remote, black community in Alabama — have created hundreds of quilt masterpieces dating from the early twentieth century to the present. This community also has a pretty fascinating connection to Dr. Martin Luther King. You can read the book “Belle, the Last Mule at Gee’s Bend” to find out more. I have … Read More

3 Jan 2018

Black History Month Artist: Lois Mailou Jones

by Kathleen Barbro | posted in: 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Black History Month, Drawing, Multicultural, Oil Pastel | 0

Black history month art projects are a great way to learn about some amazing people who had to forge their own way in the world. Lois Mailou Jones (1905 – 1998) had an impressive career, but do you know how she got started? She had been working as a textile designer and often sold her bold fabric creations to department … Read More

20 Feb 2017

Lois Mailou Jones Drawing

by Kathleen Barbro | posted in: 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Black History Month, Drawing, Pencil crayon | 0

This Lois Mailou Jones-inspired drawing is one of my favorite black history month art projects. During Lois’ remarkable life, she painted, designed masks, textiles, stained glass, traveled the world and never stopped learning. MATERIALS • Black card stock paper • Colored pencils DIRECTIONS 1. Starting with a black sheet of paper (I prefer art paper, not construction paper as it often … Read More

11 Feb 2017

Celebrate Black History with W. H. Johnson

by Kathleen Barbro | posted in: 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Black History Month, Oil Pastel | 0

In celebration of Black History month, I’ve created this mural in the style of William H. Johnson (1901-1970), a very talented painter who had a difficult life. He came to be widely admired for his primitive style and bright colors, but sadly, only after he had passed away. I love the rural scenes that he often painted, so I’ve created a new … Read More

12 May 2013

Faith Ringgold Flag Collage

by Kathleen Barbro | posted in: 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, artist Ringgold, Black History Month, Collage, July 4th | 0

Faith Ringgold, an African-American artist, is best known for her large story quilts. In 1985 she made a piece titled “Flag Story Quilt” which inspired this collage. I love how the bright colors and irregular pieces look like a homemade flag. • View and download PDF Flag template MATERIALS • Card stock paper • Old magazines • Scissors • Glue … Read More

25 Jan 2012

Bernard Hoyes Dancing Lady

by Kathleen Barbro | posted in: 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Black History Month, Oil Pastel | 0

Jamaican-born artist Bernard Hoyes is among the most widely collected and exhibited of contemporary artists. Through his art, many have been able to connect with Jamaica’s colorful traditions and culture. MATERIALS • Drawing paper • Black Sharpie • Oil pastels DIRECTIONS 1. Past experience has proven that students almost always draw images too small, so requiring art to touch all … Read More

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