This winter scene collage project was inspired by the vibrant cityscapes of Friedensreich Hundertwasser.
As part of a larger unit on cityscapes, we explored Hundertwasser’s unique, colorful style and his love for organic shapes and individuality. This activity uses simple, basic shapes to create a lively winter cityscape with falling snow, making it an easy yet creative project for kids.
It’s a great introduction to collage techniques and can even serve as a fun way to discuss artists like Matisse!
Read also: How to Create a Wax Resist Winter Landscape Inspired by Hundertwasser
How to Create a Winter Scene Collage
Materials:
- Colored paper scraps (in a variety of colors)
- Thicker paper for support
- Scissors
- Glue
- Hole puncher (to create snow)
Instructions
Cut Out Basic Shapes
Have kids cut out simple shapes like rectangles, squares, and triangles from colored paper. These shapes will form the buildings, rooftops, and windows of the cityscape.
Arrange the Cityscape
Once they have their shapes ready, let the kids experiment with arranging them on a larger piece of paper. They can create their own unique cityscape by mixing and matching shapes and colors.
Remind them that Hundertwasser loved individuality and bold colors, so their cityscape can be as imaginative as they like!
Glue Everything in Place
When they’re satisfied with their layout, have them glue down each piece.
Add Snow with a Hole Puncher
Use a hole puncher to create small circles.
These circles represent snowflakes, which the kids can sprinkle across the sky and around their cityscape to create a wintery feel.
They can use colored paper on a white support for a day scene, or use white snowflakes on a dark background for a whymsical nightscene.
Educational Tie-Ins:
- Shapes and Colors: This activity reinforces basic shape and color concepts as kids combine simple shapes to create a full scene.
- Introduction to Collage and Art History: This simple collage method provides a great introduction to collage techniques, with an option to discuss artists like Hundertwasser and Matisse and their approach to vibrant, organic forms.
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