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Naïve art

Naïve art is when someone who is not a professional artist, draws and paints pictures in a simple and childlike way. This kind of art is fun and colorful, and it usually features everyday things that are familiar, like animals, buildings, nature or people doing things.

Imagine you like to draw and color and you make a picture of a cat with a big head, eyes, and a small body. You paint it with bright colors and draw some flowers near it. This is an example of naïve art because it is simple, bright and cheerful, but it is not as detailed and realistic as the art a professional artist would make.

Naïve art is special because it makes people happy and it shows that everyone can be an artist in their own way, without needing fancy art tools or training. It is a unique form of art that is appreciated around the world, and many people like to collect naïve art and display it in their homes or offices.
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