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Every artist hanging in a museum today was once a kid with a sketchbook. From Picasso's paintings at age 8 to Kusama's iconic childhood dots, kids art has always been where great careers begin. Here are 7 famous artists who prove it, plus simple activities your child can try at home.

Packing an Artkive Box for more than one child doesn't have to be overwhelming. This step-by-step guide walks parents through gathering kids' arts and crafts, separating artwork by child, organizing by age or grade, securing and labeling each stack, and filling out order forms — so every piece ends up in the right memory book. Plus: a packing checklist and a Spotify playlist to keep you motivated.

March is Youth Art Month — and there's no better time to lean into creativity as a family. Here are 10 ways to celebrate, from easy at-home art projects and painting parties to wearable art, giving back to your community, and everything in between.

Every March, Youth Art Month gives families a reason to slow down, celebrate what kids create, and remember why art matters in childhood. Here's everything you need to know — plus a look at how Artkive is celebrating all month long.

Wondering what to do with your child's growing pile of artwork? Artkive and 4Everbound both turn kids' art into keepsake books — but they take completely different approaches. 4Everbound binds the original pieces by hand, which has a charm of its own. Artkive professionally photographs everything, returns your originals, and delivers a fully customizable memory book with digital backups and a free Virtual Gallery included. Here's how they compare on price, process, and output

Looking for meaningful Valentine’s Day gift ideas that don’t come from a store? Here are 12 Valentine’s Day gifts made from kids’ art! Turn kids' drawings, love notes, and classroom crafts into keepsakes the family will actually treasure. Imagine custom cards, framed art, puzzles, and more made by your child. Plus, learn how Artkive can preserve all those sweet creations in a beautiful kids' art memory book.

Drowning in kids’ crafts and artwork after the holidays? This guilt-free, 30-minute reset helps you quickly sort artwork into Keep, Digitize, and Recycle, then set up a simple routine so clutter doesn’t creep back in. Plus, learn how Artkive can turn your child’s best creations into a keepsake memory book (with a digital archive) so you can save the memories without saving the mess.

Looking for screen-free winter activities for kids that actually keep them engaged? These 25 easy art prompts spark creativity for kids. Using simple materials you likely already have at home. Plus, we share an easy “save the best” plan (and how Artkive can help) so you can preserve kids’ artwork without the clutter.

Your child's artwork captures something a photo can't — the texture, the deliberate colors, the pride behind the piece. These 7 ideas for displaying kids art give each drawing a home it deserves, beyond the fridge.

Artkive is celebrating 14 years of preserving what matters most—your family’s memories. In this Q&A, founders (and cousins) Jedd Gold and Jeff Lipp reflect on what helped them keep going - through thick and thin. They also share why every box is treated like a priceless treasure—and what they’re hopeful for next with Artkive, Cardkive, and Photokive.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a powerful chance to teach kids kindness through hands-on service. From creating care packages and hosting a neighborhood cleanup to volunteering at a food bank (or creating a “Just Serve” day at home), these family-friendly ideas make it easy to honor Dr. King’s legacy. Plus, discover simple ways to preserve the memories—journals, photos, video diaries, and keepsake displays that inspire giving all year.

Most family recipe cards end up tucked in a recipe card box and slowly forgotten. This guide shows you how to digitize, store, and turn your original recipes into a keepsake recipe book worth passing down for generations.

Looking for the best teacher gifts on a budget? Discover thoughtful, personalized gifts for teachers under $30—from gift cards and classroom helpers to memory books—and learn how to plan an end-of-year Artkive teacher gift.

This blog is a practical, fun guide to last-minute gifts that still feel incredibly thoughtful. Aimed at young parents and busy gift-givers, it highlights 7 personalized gifts you can order today—no shopping mall required.

Turn kids’ artwork into clutter-free, meaningful gifts that grandparents will actually use and love. From memory books and custom calendars to personalized photo gifts, discover simple ways to preserve their masterpieces without adding more “stuff.”

Keep kids engaged over winter break with five fun holiday craft kits for kids — from ornaments and cards to STEM builds and crochet. Great for homemade Christmas gifts and keepsakes. Learn how to save favorite art projects for kids with Artkive.

Decluttering gets tricky once emotions are involved. These seven tips help families sort through sentimental items, from kids' artwork to old photos and greeting cards, without the guilt of letting go.

Seven Dia de los Muertos crafts that give kids a real, respectful way into the holiday's meaning, not a costume-aisle version of it. Each project ties to an actual tradition, from ofrendas to papel picado.

This Artkive Holiday gift guide gives 10 gift ideas for creative kids ages 5–17. Find everything from crafts to STEM activities, and Artkive's Art Book & Mosaic (a parent fave). Order early to get a head start on these cool gifts for teens & personalized gifts for kids.

Halloween crafting doesn't have to mean a blizzard of glitter and glue. These 10 Halloween crafts for kids run from five-minute handprint ghosts to a full paper-mâché pumpkin, so there's something for every age and attention span. Grab the kids and get a little messy.