Reginald Laurent Collage Art

We explored the vibrant and dynamic work of Reginald Laurent, a master colorist and one of the premier abstract artists in the United States. A self-taught, award-winning Chicago native, Laurent has been featured in numerous exhibits for his signature abstract style, filled with bright colors and detailed designs that seem to move and dance before your eyes. As he says, “My art imitates life because it is representative of the diversity and inclusion of every culture, the backbone of what makes the world such an interesting place.” His purposeful and engaging work makes him an inspiring artist to learn about during #BlackHistoryMonth.

To honor his style, we printed images of his artwork to inspire the children to create their own collages. Using black construction paper as a base, pre-cut shapes reminiscent of Laurent’s designs, glue, and tempera paint sticks, children freely explored and created.

Through this process, children strengthened fine-motor skills, sparked creativity, and practiced self-expression and problem-solving. They glued their shapes, then used tempera sticks to doodle designs and add their personal touches, building confidence while discovering the joy of creating art, just like #ReginaldLaurent.