As little as I know about art, I know this: Art is subjective. If the kid believes it’s “art,” who am I to say otherwise?
If you are now, or have ever been, the parent of a toddler, you know exactly why “art” is in quotes. While these mini-masterpieces take many shapes and forms, few of them are what one might call gallery-ready.
These are the nine phases we go through with our toddler “art.”
1. The Prodigy
It all started when our little geniuses figured out how to hold a crayon properly in their hand… Amazing! With tongue splayed out the side of their mouth, contact was thoughtfully made with the paper. Incredible! Just like that, the first “masterpiece” was created. We cherished that first gem. It got pride of placement on the fridge and ample discussion of its many artistic merits. Should we start saving now for art school?
2. On A Roll
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