FREEBIE!! Frida Kahlo is one of my favorite female artists. She is a perennial favorite of students and art teachers everywhere. Her bold work and distinctive style make her a fun artist to study with your students. She was a Mexican painter best known for her self portraits.  Mexican culture and tradition are important in her work. With this art lesson you will create your own nicho to honor Frida Kahlo. 

This art lesson can be completed in a one hour class period. This art project is a perfect way to celebrate Women's History Month in March, Day of the Dead in October/November, or Frida's Birthday in July. This would also be a great art project for a Spanish class. 

Lesson plans include a supply list, step-by-step instructions, full color photos of actual student work, and photos of Nichos made in Mexico to show your students as an example. 

There are numerous beautifully illustrated children's books about Frida Kahlo that would be a great supplement to this lesson.