Romero Britto

Who is Romero Britto?

• Born in 1963, Romero Britto is a Brazilian artist, painter, serigrapher and sculptor.

• From the age of 8, Romero Britto aspired to be an artist and publicly showed off his work for the first time at the age of 14.

• He is known for using lots of different mediums within his art work.

• Examples of his art includes the Mona Cat, Flower Power, Free Heart and Journey.

• Britto’s work is often described as happy and optimistic, and he has said that he wants his art to make people feel good.

What makes Romero Britto a Great Famous Artist for Kids to Study:

Romero Britto’s use of bright colors and cartoon like illustrations make him a great study for children. His work is joyful, happy, child-like in appearance; qualities that will resonate with children.

The simple shapes and patterns used by Britto in his art work can be easily replicated by children and anything goes. While inspired by Britto’s work, children can apply his style to their own designs.

Today you will...

 create a Romero Britto inpsired artwork

Task...

1. Choose a follow along drawing or coloring sheet

2. Choose a coloring tool

3. Write your name

4. Add color and pattern to each section of the paper with your BEST EFFORT!

Students can bring their artwork home today!