Free Art Workshops for Kids at the 92Y Children's Warhol Festival
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Until today, my six-year-old daughter didn't know Andy Warhol's name, but she'd certainly seen his work. She got really excited when she spied one of his paintings at the Whitney because it included the Wicked Witch of the West, Santa Claus and Dracula, all characters she recognized. Plus, I have a postcard of one of his Judy Garland paintings hanging in my bedroom.
Although the majority of Warhol's art wasn't aimed at children, a lot of it appeals to kids. It's colorful, vibrant and filled with familiar objects, products and people. But the works currently on display at the 92nd Street Y's Milton J. Weill Art Gallery were created specifically for kids.
My daughter (sketch book in tow) and I explored the brand-new exhibit Warhol: Paintings for Children, which just opened today. We also got the lowdown on the free art workshops for kids that the Y is hosting in conjunction with the show.