Frida Kahlo 3D Art Cube | Modern Art & Mexican Artist Art History Activity
 
This Frida Kahlo 3D art cube introduces students to one of the most iconic artists of the 20th century through hands-on exploration. Students color, cut, and assemble the cube while learning about Kahlo’s life, symbolism, and emotionally powerful paintings.
 
What’s Included:
• 1 printable 3D cube template featuring six panels
• High-quality images inspired by Frida Kahlo’s most well-known works, such as:
– Viva la Vida (Watermelons) (color, symbolism, and joy near the end of her life)
– Self-Portrait with Thorn Necklace and Hummingbird (identity and symbolism)
– The Two Fridas (dual identity and emotional storytelling)
– Additional self-portrait imagery highlighting expression and personal symbolism
– Mexican folk-inspired patterns and motifs connected to her culture
– A Frida Kahlo title or portrait panel to complete the cube
• Artist quick facts (life, nationality, style, symbolism, and historical context)
• Color, cut, and assemble into a 3D cube
• Reference images of each artwork for coloring guidance
 
Why You’ll Love It:
• Introduces Modern Art and Mexican art history in an engaging, hands-on way
• Encourages discussion about identity, emotion, culture, and symbolism
• Supports careful observation and visual analysis
• Builds fine motor skills and spatial reasoning through 3D construction
• Perfect for art history units, Frida Kahlo studies, centers, early finishers, or homeschool lessons