Andy Warhol 1928-1987

Learning about Andy Warhol’s art helps children understand the power of everyday imagery, encourages creativity through bold colours and repetition. It introduces them to Pop Art – a fun, accessible art movement that blends culture and art. His artwork also sparks discussions about fame, consumerism, and self-expression.

These 6 lessons involve a selection of drawing, painting, collage, and printing activities.

Andy Warhol (1) – Soup Tin Painting

Draw and paint a soup tin in a ‘pop art’ style. This lesson involves observing and drawing an everyday tin from your kitchen cupboard. Add a selection of bright colours, and finally a black outline to make the image ‘pop’! Split into two sessions, children can enjoy creating their own colourful version of this iconic […]

Andy Warhol (2) – Self Portrait

This lesson involves drawing and colouring a self-portrait using their own choice of colours. Add a collaged background and you have a Pop Art inspired masterpiece! What will my children learn? During this lesson your children will – Be encouraged to look closely at their own facial features and notice details about themselves, improving visual […]

Andy Warhol (3) – Painting by Numbers.

Design and paint your own paint-by-numbers picture just like Andy Warhol did! What will my children learn? During this lesson your children will – Be encouraged to think ahead, organise ideas, and make decisions about sequencing and layout. Create a unique image and follow a structured process to complete it, balancing freedom and guidance. Learn […]

Andy Warhol (4) – Ink pen Drawing and Watercolour Painting.

Using Warhol’s ink blot technique – have fun tracing, drawing and painting. What will my children learn? During this lesson your children will – Learn that art doesn’t have to be perfect! Warhol’s method encourages trial and error. Since the ink blot lines can be unpredictable, children learn to adapt, work with unexpected results, and […]

Andy Warhol (5) – Four Hand Collage and Print.

Draw, paint, print, cut out and glue to create a wonderful repetitive artwork. What will my children learn? During this lesson your children will – Practice drawing carefully controlled lines and shapes, which supports coordination and pencil control. Practice using scissors to cut, aiding their fine motor control. Be free to express themselves in their […]

Andy Warhol (6) – Design a Soup Tin Label.

A playful exercise in creating a new flavour of soup and design a label for your tin. What will my children learn? During this lesson your children will – Learn how colours, fonts, images, and layout can send messages and create a mood-just like in packaging and advertising. Learn how to personalize or reimagine a […]