Father's Day Gift Ideas for the Artist Dad

Father's Day gift displays in every store always have the same type of items: sports items, beer and liquor related gifts, fishing and hunting gear, and lawn equipment. Sure, many fathers do love these hobbies and activities, but what if the father in your life isn't into the typical and frankly, stereotypical, "manly man" stuff? Many fathers out there are musicians, artists, and writers, who happen not to be into sports and drinking. So what Father's Day gifts can you get for these unique fathers? There are plenty of Father's Day gifts out there for any dad, even the artist dad. Try these Father's Day gift ideas for the artist dad.

Children's Artwork Frame. A wonderful Father's Day gift for an artist day is a children's artwork frame. What's unique about a children's artwork frame versus any other picture frame? These special art frames are constructed so that the artwork inside can be changed in an instant. There is no removing the back of the frame, replacing glass, or finding a screwdriver. Most frames hold several pieces of artwork too so they work as art storage as well as a display. Any artist dad would be thrilled to have an easy and wonderful way to display his child's artwork. Children's Artwork Frames make a wonderful Father's Day gift for an artist dad. Here are some examples: Dynamic Artwork Frame and Children's Art Frame.

Tickets to a Family Art Event. Any artist dad would love this Father's Day gift. Check out your local art museum or other art venue for family activities. Many places offer art making opportunities for families or even just for dads and sons or daughters. For example, the Cincinnati Art Museum offers Art in the Making, a parent and child art making day for ages 6-12, Family First Saturdays where families can come together for art demonstrations and art making opportunities, and Wee Wednesdays, a chance to introduce your preschooler to art. Tickets to or plans to attend any of these events would make a great Father's Day gift for an artist dad.

Art Children's Books. Any artist dad would love to get special picture books that he could read with his son or daughter. Check out your local bookstore for picture books that contain references to famous artworks. Many Baby Einstein books, for example, feature photos of actual famous artworks. This Father's Day gift for artist dads allows dad to share his love of art with his children, and the kids will be happy to get new books too!

Father's Day doesn't have to be about nothing but sports and lawnmowers! Artist dads can be fully included in this special day as well. Try these ideas for finding the perfect Father's Day gift for the artist dad.