Embark on a journey into the fantastical world of Salvador Dali with your young artists using these free printable Salvador Dali for kids printable resources!
Who was Salvador Dali?
Salvador Dali was a very famous artist who lived a long time ago, in the 1900s. He was born in a sunny country called Spain, which is known for its beautiful beaches and delicious food.
Now, why was Salvador Dali important as an artist? Well, imagine your wildest dream – the kind where anything can happen. Dali’s art was like that dream! He painted pictures that were full of strange and magical things. Think of melting clocks that looked like they were made of gooey cheese, or elephants with long, skinny legs that reached up to the sky. His art was like stepping into a dream world.
People thought Salvador Dali was important because he painted in a way that nobody else did. He made us look at things in a new and exciting way. His paintings were like puzzles, and when you looked closely, you could find hidden pictures inside them. Imagine finding hidden treasures in a treasure chest!
Dali’s art made us use our imaginations and think about things in a different light. He showed us that art could be fun, surprising, and a little bit strange – just like dreams can be.
Salvador Dali is a surrealist….
Dali is the superhero of surrealism because his art was all about taking the weird and wacky things of a dream and putting them on canvas. Here’s how he fit into surrealism:
- Imagination Gone Wild: Dali’s art was like a playground for his imagination. He painted things that seemed impossible, like melting clocks dripping over tree branches. His paintings made you wonder, “How did he even think of that?”
- Hidden Secrets: Dali was a master at hiding secret things in his art. When you looked closely, you might find hidden faces or animals in his paintings. It was like a game of “I Spy” in his artwork!
- Weird and Wonderful: Surrealism is all about the unexpected, and Dali embraced that. He painted everyday objects in unusual ways. For example, he’d take something ordinary, like an egg, and turn it into something extraordinary, like a spider-legged egg!
- Dreamy Atmosphere: Dali’s art had a dreamy feeling. It made you feel like you were in a different world, just like when you’re in a strange, cool dream.
Dali’s art was all about making the bizarre and fantastical come to life on the canvas. He encouraged us to use our imaginations and to see the world in a way that’s full of wonder and surprises, just like our craziest dreams.
Four free printable Salvador Dali resources for kids….
- Artist Study Worksheet:
- This printable page has space for your kids to write down interesting facts about Salvador Dali. They can draw, write, and even add photo or printout of one of his artworks.
- Dali Quick Fact Sheet:
- This one-page sheet is like a cheat sheet for Dali facts! It gives you all the basics you need to know about Salvador Dali in a nutshell.
- It includes things like his birthdate, where he was from, and some of the coolest things he did in his life. It’s a handy reference for quick info about this amazing artist.
- Dali Portrait Coloring Page:
- This coloring page features a hand-drawn portrait of Salvador Dali. You can color his famous mustache (pointy, like a rocket!), his wild hair, and his curious eyes. Make it as colorful as your imagination!
- Inspiring Dali Quote Coloring Page:
- This coloring page is not just about coloring; it’s also about inspiration. It has one of Dali’s famous quotes: “Have no fear of perfection – you’ll never reach it.” It’s a reminder that it’s okay not to be perfect and that mistakes can lead to amazing discoveries.
These printable resources help your kids learn about the life and art of Surrealist Salvador Dali.
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Find out more about Surrealist Salvador Dali with books….
Kid’s books are the easiest way to find out even more about this fantastical artist. The information is easily digest-able, kid appropriate, and entertaining!
–Salvador Dali -Getting to Know the World’s Greatest Artists, by Mike Venezia
–Salvador Dalí: Activities for Kids, by Marisa Boan
-Who Was Salvador Dalí? by Paula K. Manzanero
–Salvador Dalí and the Surrealists: Their Lives and Ideas, 21 Activities, by Michael Elsohn Ross
