Have you ever looked at your child's artwork and just felt your heart swell with pride? I mean, one moment they’re scribbling with crayons, and the next thing you know, they’ve created a masterpiece that could hang in a gallery! It got me thinking... shouldn’t their creativity be celebrated? Why not create a little gallery right at home? I remember the day my daughter painted a big, swirly sun with a smiling face. It was so joyful and bright, I couldn’t help but laugh out loud. Isn’t it amazing how kids see the world so differently? I want a space where their art can shine, where every macaroni masterpiece can take center stage, and I’ll bet you do too! Who wouldn't want to turn those fridge magnets into a real exhibition? It's time to honor their imagination!
Items You’ll Need
- Gallery Wall Frames
- Display Hanger Wire
- Clips for Hanging Artwork
- Art Portfolio Storage Book
- Sticky Tack or Blue Tack
- Wooden Easel
- Screws and Wall Anchors
- Canvas Boards or Paper for Display
- Label Maker or Labels for Artwork
- Lighting for the Gallery (e.g., LED Strip Lights)
- Gallery Opening Sign
- Art Tools for kids (like markers, crayons, etc.)
- Paints and Brushes
- Art Display Boards
- Information Cards for Artwork
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Plan the Layout
First, I sat down with a piece of paper and sketched out how I wanted the gallery wall to look. I decided on a certain area of the wall to use and planned where each frame and artwork would go.
Step 2: Gather All Equipment
I gathered all my equipment: the gallery wall frames, display hanger wire, clips for hanging artwork, the art portfolio storage book, sticky tack, a wooden easel, screws and wall anchors, and all my art supplies.
Step 3: Prepare the Wall
I cleared the area and made sure the wall was clean and ready for hanging frames. I marked the spots where the frames will go based on my layout plan.
Step 4: Hang the Frames
Using screws and wall anchors, I carefully hung the gallery wall frames on the wall, following my planned layout.
Step 5: Create Display Areas
Next, I set up the display hanger wire across some frames and added clips for hanging the artwork. This way, it will be easy to change and showcase new pieces!
Step 6: Set Up Art Portfolio
I organized the kids' artwork in the art portfolio storage book, making sure to select some of their best pieces to showcase.
Step 7: Display New Artwork
I took some fresh canvas boards and paper for the kids to create new artwork during our gallery opening event. I also set up a wooden easel to make their creative process easier.
Step 8: Label the Artwork
I used my label maker to create fun labels for each piece of artwork, including the title, the artist’s name, and a little information about the piece.
Step 9: Add Lighting
To make the gallery look even more inviting, I installed LED strip lights above the frames to highlight the artwork and create a nice ambiance.
Step 10: Prepare the Opening
I created a gallery opening sign and set it up at the entrance of our gallery to welcome everyone for the exhibition!
Step 11: Fun Art Session
On the day of the opening, I organized a fun art session for the kids where they can use markers, crayons, paints, and other tools to create their masterpieces.
Step 12: Celebrate the Art
Finally, we celebrated the kids' hard work by inviting family and friends to view the gallery, have snacks, and applaud the creativity of these young artists!