Looking for a gift they will actually use, and be proud of? We read over 1,200 reviews from parents and grandparents to find the kids painting kits that land best, sorted by age and by what they love.
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Any 4 Kids Paintings For $99
Mix and match any Junior Artist paintings. Made for one junior artist, all in one box, ships free.
Build A Bundle →Every kit comes with everything: canvas, acrylic paints, kid sized brushes, an easel, a palette, an apron and a video class with a real art teacher. No trip to the craft store.
Quick Picks
In a hurry? Find the kid on your list and tap to shop.
- Just turned 4 or 5Rainbow
- Counting down to ChristmasRudolph
- Obsessed with unicornsMy Little Unicorn
- Loves animalsAdorable Axolotl
- Into sharks and dragonsSnack Attack
- 9 to 12 and already artsyPerch On A Birch
- Wants to paint with youFrosty Friends
- Will want more than one4 for $99 bundle
- A total mystery to youGift card
Which Age Is It Right For?
- Ages 4 to 5: they do most of the painting, with you beside them for outlines and small details. Start with Rainbow or Swimming Sea Turtle.
- Ages 6 to 8: most follow the video on their own and pause when they need to. Anything marked 6+ or 7+ is a safe bet.
- Ages 9 to 12: fully independent and ready for detail. Look for 8+ and 9+, or our picks for older kids.
“What I love the most is that from ages 6-12 all of my kids can do this independently.”
Link F.
Holiday Paintings They’ll Hang Every December
A holiday painting comes back out every year with the decorations. These are the winter kits parents and grandparents rate highest.
Rudolph
$39.99
Every review is 5 stars. Simple enough for a 5 year old with a grown up nearby, and kids love giving the finished painting as a present.
Shop Rudolph →“My 5 year old loves arts & crafts but ones from the store seem either too baby-ish or too advanced. This was SO easy to follow”
Amanda R.
Snow Dance
$39.99
A baby penguin playing in the snow, with a hat and scarf they design themselves.
Shop Snow Dance →“my 7.5 year old's confidence was on 10. I was in the other room the entire time.”
Rachael S.
You're A Mean One
$39.99
The green holiday grump in a fluffy Santa hat. Perfect for the kid who thinks the cute holiday paintings are too cute.
Shop You're A Mean One →“He really loved that he could do it all on his own”
Amber M.
Frosty
$39.99
A classic snowman with an easy shading trick that makes it look round, not flat.
Shop Frosty →“Our 9 year old daughter enjoyed painting so much! ... her painting turned out amazing!”
Linda
For Unicorn And Princess Fans
Rainbows, sparkle and anything magical. Our unicorn has a 4.98 rating from 56 reviews.
My Little Unicorn
$39.99
Built from simple shapes, finished with a rainbow mane in their favorite colors. The one younger kids finish most confidently.
Shop My Little Unicorn →“My 7 year old has not stopped talking about it. ... She keeps saying, don't you just love my unicorn, I love it.”
Kelly K.
Purple Princess
$39.99
A ball gown, a sparkly crown and a lesson in mixing skin tones, so every princess looks the way they want.
Shop Purple Princess →“she loved the finished product and couldn't wait to hang it in her room! She was so proud of herself!”
Jennifer R., about her 6 year old
Can’t pick just one? Pick any 4 Junior Artist paintings for $99. One full kit plus refills, in one box.
Build A Bundle →For Animal Lovers
Every animal kit lets them choose their own colors, so no two paintings come out the same.
Adorable Axolotl
$39.99
Bright, playful and a hit from age 7 all the way to 11. The safest pick when you are not sure what they are into right now.
Shop Adorable Axolotl →“My 9 year old daughter received her kit for Christmas and we love it!”
Lacy D.
Peek-a-Boo Panda
$39.99
A red panda hanging upside down in a cherry blossom tree. A fun flower technique makes it look impressively grown up.
Shop Peek-a-Boo Panda →“Her painting turned out great, giving her the confidence to tackle more projects.”
Gayle O., about an 8 year old
Friends Fur-Ever
$39.99
A puppy and kitten they can paint to look like their own pets. Sweet for the kid who keeps asking for a dog.
Shop Friends Fur-Ever →“Bought this as a gift for my 8 year old niece, she had so much fun and is so proud of herself!”
Taylor K.
For Ocean Lovers
Calm, colorful paintings that look great framed in a bedroom.
Where The Sky Meets The Sea
$39.99
Our most reviewed kids painting. A sailboat on a glowing sunset sea, where they learn to blend a real sky.
Shop Where The Sky Meets The Sea →“My 11 year old created her 4 masterpieces in less than 24 hours, and she loved every minute of it!”
Christi N.
Mermaid Splash
$39.99
One big swish of a shimmering mermaid tail. Few steps, big payoff, instant confidence.
Shop Mermaid Splash →“This was a super fun activity for my 10 year old. She had the best time!”
Laura M.
For Dragon, Shark And Monster Truck Fans
The kits parents say finally got their kid to sit down and paint. Action, fire and teeth, taught step by step.
Fire Dragon
$39.99
A fire breathing dragon over the mountains. It starts from a simple S shape, so it is easier than it looks.
Shop Fire Dragon →“I helped with the s shape and wing detail but he did everything else.”
Kathryn P., about her 8 year old
Snack Attack
$39.99
A shark mid chomp. Every review is 5 stars, mostly from parents of boys ages 6 to 11.
Shop Snack Attack →“My 11 year old loved creating this painting! It was easy and thorough and he had no problem following the detailed instructions.”
Morgan M.
Monster Truck Slam
$39.99
Flames, big air and a cheering crowd. The truck is sketched from simple shapes before any paint goes on.
Shop Monster Truck Slam →“My kid followed it with no issue and was so proud of his work”
Wendi D.
Can’t pick just one? Kids who finish one ask for the next. Get 10 paintings for $199, about $20 each.
Build A 10 Pack →For Future Astronauts
Real art skills like contrast and reflections, hidden inside a space adventure.
Space Explorer
$39.99
An astronaut floating through a galaxy, with a helmet that ends up looking like real glass.
Shop Space Explorer →“talked in kid terms without talking down to them.”
Beth S., a teacher of ages 6 to 9
Out Of This World
$39.99
Every planet in orbit around the sun. A painting that doubles as a science lesson.
Shop Out Of This World →“My 5 year old did this by herself ... kept my kids occupied for 2 hours!”
Sabina
For Kids 9 To 12 Who Already Love Art
More blending, layering and detail, so it looks like real art, not a craft. Still taught step by step.
Perch On A Birch
$39.99
A red cardinal on snowy birch trees under a glowing sky. A favorite with 11 and 12 year olds, and it looks great framed.
Shop Perch On A Birch →“Great Christmas gift for my art loving 12 year old!”
Malyn
Acceptance Letter
$39.99
An owl at the window with a mysterious letter. Every review is 5 stars. Made for the kid who loves a magical story.
Shop Acceptance Letter →“They keep begging me to do more!”
Erin C., about her 8 and 4 year old
PiCATsso
$39.99
A cubist cat inspired by Picasso. A sneaky art history lesson for kids who like doing things their own way.
Shop PiCATsso →“I ordered several for my 7 year old granddaughter for Christmas she loved them so I ordered 2 more videos for her birthday.”
Karen B.
Paint Together: For A Kid And A Grown Up
Two canvases, supplies for two painters, and one picture when you hang them side by side. The gift for a parent or grandparent who wants a holiday afternoon together.
Changed For Good
$89.98 for two
Two opposite but inseparable witches under a swirling violet sky. Every review is 5 stars. A showstopper for an older kid and a grown up, or two best friends.
Shop Changed For Good →“My daughter received this as a gift and she absolutely loved it!!”
Christa B.
Frosty Friends
$89.98 for two
A pair of snowmen you each decorate your own way. Easy enough for younger kids painting next to a grown up.
Shop Frosty Friends →“My son and I did this as a fun night at home and we had a blast!”
Maegan Y.
Gingerbread Buddies
$89.98 for two
Two cookie pals to decorate any way you can imagine. A sweet one to paint while the real cookies bake.
Shop Gingerbread Buddies →“Both our boys enjoyed painting”
Jennifer H.
Stocking Surprises
$89.98 for two
Two holiday stockings, each designed by its painter. A cozy Christmas Eve activity that becomes next year’s decor.
Shop Stocking Surprises →One Painting Or A Bundle?
The most common thing parents tell us: after the first painting, their kid asks for another. If they are going to get hooked, a bundle is the better gift and the better deal.
Gifting Tips
- One bundle per kid. Each bundle has one set of brushes and one easel, so siblings painting together each need their own.
- Shipping to the grandkids? Place one order per address, then add a gift note and hide prices in your cart.
- Not sure what they like? A digital gift card arrives by email and lets them choose.
Questions Parents Ask
How much help will they need?
Most kids 7 and up paint on their own. Younger kids like a grown up nearby for outlines and details. They can pause and rewind the video anytime.
How long does a painting take?
50 to 90 minutes. Many families split it into two sittings so layers can dry.
How messy is it?
Every kit includes an apron and a palette you toss when you are done. Cover the table and cleanup is quick.
My kid is not artsy. Will they still like it?
Yes. Every lesson starts from simple shapes and the teacher explains each step before showing it.
How long do they have the video?
2 years, so they can repaint it or rewatch any step.
When will it arrive?
Orders ship from our Chicago warehouse the next business day and usually deliver in 2 to 6 business days. Shipping is free over $60.
