Symmetrical Butterflies Paintings – Fun Fall Art Activity by DRAWINART

Watching children explore the autumn forest and chase after insects made me realize how wonderful this season truly is. Inspired by their curiosity, DRAWINART has prepared a special fall art activity all about insects. Let’s start a fun painting time while learning about the principle of Symmetrical Butterflies Paintings, also known as the decalcomania technique!

🎨 Download Pintable Symmetrical Butterflies Paintings

This fall art printable set includes four insect designs — a stag beetle, dragonfly, fly, and caterpillar. Each one has beautiful shapes that children can decorate in their own colorful way.

All you need are the printables and some paint. In this activity, children will explore the concept of symmetry through painting. Simply fold the paper in half after applying paint to one side, and open it again to see a perfectly mirrored pattern appear!

Start by filling the wings with paint. The more colors you use, the more magical your butterfly or insect will look.

Next, add paint to the face and body.

Sprinkle or dot different colors onto the eyes and tail area for extra detail.

Fold the paper once more, press it gently with your hands, and unfold to reveal your symmetrical masterpiece.

Look at the insects you created with DRAWINART’s Symmetrical Butterflies Paintings printables! It’s a wonderful fall art activity to enjoy with kids — full of color, creativity, and discovery. See you again for more seasonal art fun from DRAWINART!