Points of Color

Introduce your child to the beauty of art and the science of perception with the Points of Color Kit. Through the timeless technique of pointillism, kids learn how thousands of tiny dots can come together to form vibrant pictures—just like the images on a TV screen or in a printed magazine. With clear, step-by-step projects, children build from simple exercises to creating their very own pointillism masterpiece on a real canvas.

This kit blends creativity with discovery. Kids explore how colors mix, practice techniques used by famous artists like Georges Seurat, and then design their own dot-based artwork using primary paints they mix into endless new colors. By the end, they’ll not only have a unique painting to display but also a new appreciation for how color and light work together to trick the eye and inspire the imagination.

Each project takes about 2–3 hours, making it perfect for a weekend art project or homeschool enrichment activity. Recommended for ages 8–16 (grades 3–10), the kit is engaging enough to inspire younger students while giving older ones the tools to create sophisticated, gallery-worthy art. And with enough paint, brushes, and other materials included for continued practice and creation, kids can return to this kit again and again to keep building their skills. As with all of our kits, all of the materials needed are always included.

Parents love that the Points of Color Kit isn’t just another art activity—it’s a bridge between art, science, and creativity. Children walk away with not only a finished piece of art but also a deeper understanding of how images are created, both in classic paintings and modern technology.