Britto Inspired Heart Drawing for Kids (Easy Pop Art Activity)
Romero Britto is a contemporary artist known for his bright colors, bold patterns, and joyful style. Romero Britto is a Brazilian-born artist whose work blends elements of pop art, cubism, and graffiti. He often uses thick black outlines, vibrant colors, and playful patterns to create art that feels fun, expressive, and full of life. His pieces frequently feature hearts, animals, people, and everyday objects.
Romero Britto is a great artist to inspire children to be creative. His style allows students to be creative without worrying about perfection. Every finished piece looks different, which helps build confidence and pride in their work. His artwork is full of energy and happiness, making it especially appealing to kids and perfect for classroom art inspiration.
Kids love the freedom this project offers—there’s no “right” way to do it, and every finished heart turns out unique!
Why You’ll Love This Heart Drawing Activity
- ❤️ Inspired by Romero Britto’s pop art style
- 🎨 Encourages creativity and self-expression
- ✏️ Simple drawing project with big visual impact
- 👧👦 Great for elementary students and up
- 🖼️ Perfect for Valentine’s Day displays
Materials You’ll Need
- White drawing paper or cardstock
- Pencil
- Black marker or Sharpie
- Crayons, markers, oil pastels or colored pencils
Creating Britto-Inspired Art with Kids
Step 1: Trace or Draw a Heart
To make this Romero Britto–inspired art, kids can start with a simple heart. Trace or draw the heart in the middle of the paper.
Step 2: Divide the Heart
Divide the shape into sections using thick lines. Oil pastels are a great medium to use for this project.
Step 3: Add Bold, Bright Colors
Have your child fill each space with bold colors . The goal is to be playful, creative, and expressive.
Step 4: Add Patterns
Once the paper is colored your child can then begin to add fun patterns. Anything from dots, stripes, swirls. Let your child be creative and draw anything they would like. It is amazing how creative kids can be when left to their own imagination.
Tips & Variations
- Use oil pastels or crayons for a softer look
- Add words like LOVE, JOY, or HEART inside sections
- Try this project with chalk pastels on black paper
- Create multiple hearts for a classroom gallery
Looking for other Valentine's Day crafts? Try some other crafts on my page!
Kim
Kim
Learning Connections
This Britto-inspired drawing helps kids practice:
- Line and shape
- Pattern and design
- Color contrast
- Creative confidence
It’s also a great introduction to Romero Britto and how artists develop recognizable styles.
Display Ideas
- Create a Valentine’s Day bulletin board
- Hang drawings in a hallway or classroom
- Use them as Valentine cards or gifts
- Make a heart-themed art wall at home
Final Thoughts
This Britto-inspired heart drawing is an easy, engaging way to explore pop art with kids. With bold outlines, bright colors, and playful patterns, every heart becomes a joyful work of art that kids are proud to display.
If you try this activity, be sure to save it for later or share your finished hearts—I’d love to see your colorful creations! 💕🎨
- “Leave a comment with your favorite color combo!”
- “Tag #craftymamabirdnc on Instagram so I can see your Bold, Fun Artwork!”
