Many artists have painted pictures of their domestic pets and livestock. George Stubbs, for example, widely known as a painter of horses, created stunning pictures of a multitude of animals and caught the eye of King George III as a result. The king had Stubbs paint a portrait of his scruffy yet lovable pooch in ‘A Rough Dog’, 1790. In this box, we look at a wide collection of artists, from Franz Marc to Tracey English, and at how they depict different animals in different styles, from wild creatures to farm animals, from bugs to butterflies!

What's inside the box?

A booklet introducing the theme, with information about artists, art styles and techniques. Clear instructions on seven art projects, appropriate for children of any age (3+ years), with tips to tailor each project for under 4s. Includes LoLA book recommendations for further reading. Plenty of quality art materials for your child.