Abstract Expressionist Splatter Painting (Part 8)

Practice drip painting in this art lesson: abstract expressionist splatter painting (part 8).

🎨 Studio Brief #88

Create an action painting in the style of Jackson Pollock.

🎯 Your mission

Pick three colors. Use only those.

⚡ The twist

Mix on the page, not on the palette.

What you'll learn · 1 of 2

Create an action painting in the style of Jackson Pollock.

What you'll learn · 2 of 2

Drip, splash, and fling paint to create energetic abstract patterns. The process is the art!

Get ready

Techniques you'll practise

drip paintingaction paintingabstract expression

Finger paintWashable tempera paintLarge brushesPaper plates for palettes

Step 1 of 3

Lay your paper flat on the floor (protect the surface underneath). Wear old clothes.

Step 2 of 3

Thin your paint slightly with water so it flows. Load a brush and flick it at the paper from different heights.

Step 3 of 3

Use multiple colors, layering drips and splashes. Try dripping from a stick, pouring from a cup, or using a squeeze bottle.

Did you know?

🤯 Mind = Blown

🤯 The color we call 'blue' didn't have a name in many languages until very recently.

🌟 Artist Spotlight

🎨 Frida Kahlo painted herself 55 times — and called the mirror her best friend.

You did it!

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We'll pick an art project that matches exactly where your skills are right now.

✨ More to explore

🌍 Where you see this: Every brand, every poster, every video game — color was picked on purpose.

🏆 Try this week: Paint your feeling today — no shapes, just colors.

👨‍👩‍👧 At dinner: “Why did you pick those colors? What feeling were you going for?”

Send it to a parent looking for a 15-minute screen-free creative win.