Frida Kahlo

Frida included lots of bright colours in her self-portraits, reminding her of the vibrant colours of the hot country where she lived which was Mexico. She also included lots of tropical flowers and animals such as monkeys and beautiful birds.

Self-portraits

How do Kahlo’s self-portraits differ to those you’ve seen by other artists?

Van Gogh Picasso

Lowry

Warhol

‘Feet, what do I need you for when I have wings to fly’

– Frida Kahlo

Other artists’ work: inspired by Frida Kahlo…

Activity

Create your own self-portrait, what would you include, in order to tell the audience about you, your likes, personality etc.?

Remember:Use lots of bright coloursTropical flowers, animals such as monkeys and beautiful birds