Theme · Ages 6+ · ⭐ Signature
Mini Masterpieces
Kids paint Van Gogh, Monet, Frida & more.
A birthday party theme where kids actually learn to paint like an iconic artist. Real fine art instruction — taught by an art educator with a Master's degree from the University of Seville. Your kid doesn't just have a fun party. They go home with a painting they can hang on their wall and a story they'll tell.
Book This ThemeWhy this theme is different
Most kids' art parties hand kids a pre-printed canvas with paint-by-numbers dots. This is the opposite of that.
In a Mini Masterpieces party, kids:
- Pick an iconic painting to interpret (Starry Night, Sunflowers, Frida's self-portrait, Monet's water lilies, etc.)
- Learn about the artist — a 5-minute kid-friendly story about who made the painting and why
- Mix their own colors instead of using pre-made ones
- Paint their own version with real composition guidance
- Sign their work like a real artist
It's the only birthday party in LA that doubles as a real art lesson — taught by someone with actual fine art credentials.
The masterpieces your kid can choose from
We typically suggest one for the whole party (so all kids work on the same piece, with personal variations).
Van Gogh — Sunflowers
Bold, bright, forgiving. Kids of all skill levels make this look great.
Van Gogh — Starry Night
Swirling sky, glowing village. The most popular pick. Looks dramatic on a wall.
Monet — Water Lilies
Soft, dreamy, impressionist. Great for kids who like calming, gentle subjects.
Frida Kahlo — Self-Portrait
Bold colors, strong lines, personal storytelling. Empowering for kids who want to paint themselves.
Matisse — The Snail (cut-paper collage)
For the younger end of the age range. Bold shapes, color play, no painting required.
Picasso — Boy Leading a Horse / Blue Period
For kids who want to try something more abstract.
Want a different artist? Email us — we can usually adapt.
What's included
- Real canvas, real acrylic paints, real brushes (no kid paint kits)
- Themed setup — easel for each kid, mock “gallery” wall for finished work
- 5-minute artist story (kid-friendly history of the chosen artist)
- Color-mixing demonstration
- Step-by-step painting guidance from Elena
- Take-home canvas for every guest
- “Artist of the Day” crown for the birthday kid
- Mock “art opening” at the end — kids show their finished work
The party experience
| Time | What happens |
|---|---|
| 0:00 – 0:10 | Welcome + warm-up sketch |
| 0:10 – 0:20 | Story: who made this masterpiece, and why? |
| 0:20 – 0:35 | Color mixing demonstration |
| 0:35 – 1:15 | Guided painting (with breaks) |
| 1:15 – 1:30 | Mini “art opening” — every kid shows their work |
Who it's for
Best for ages 6+. Younger kids can do it but the painting has to be simplified.
Especially great for:
- Kids in Spanish immersion or fine arts magnet schools
- Families with one or both parents in creative fields
- Birthday parties where parents want a “real” activity instead of a typical kid-party
- Kids who already love art and want a challenge
- Mixed-age groups (we can adapt difficulty)
Love this? Keep going.
Many of our birthday party kids end up in our private programs.
Mini Masterpieces is one of our most-loved themes — and one of the strongest on-ramps into structured art programs. Kids who paint Van Gogh at a party often end up wanting to keep going.
See Programs for KidsFrequently asked questions
Are the paintings really good, or do they look like kid paintings?
What if my kid has no painting experience?
Can mixed ages do this together?
Do the kids actually finish their painting in 90 minutes?
Is this a Standard or Premium theme?
Book a Mini Masterpieces party
Tell us your kid's age, your party date, and which masterpiece you'd like to paint. We'll respond within 24 hours.
Or reach out directly: elenamarmolbaena@gmail.com · (747) 329-0774