The joyful world of children’s art
The joyful world of children’s art
By Adam Koszary
Published 8 January 2021
When we tweeted an artwork in the Young Artists’ Summer Show by Cressida, aged 5, we were flooded by children’s art which will make you marvel, make you laugh and make your day.
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It all started with a robin.
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Th Royl Acadmy of At.
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Happy frog, take us away from this world.
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This robin is all of our winter bodies.
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Papa Smurf made the ultimate sacrifice for art.
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Any other 28-year-olds who peaked 20 years ago?
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All robins can only be drawn by kids now. We decree it.
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Bonjour.
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This is so pure.
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In space, no-one can hear you scream.
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No words
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We call this: 2020.
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Enter the Young Artists' Summer Show 2021
Now in its third year, the Young Artists’ Summer Show is a free, open submission exhibition for students aged 5–19. Artworks are judged by artists and arts professionals with selected artworks displayed online and on-site at the Royal Academy of Arts.
Submissions open soon!
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