Mini-masterpieces : exploring art history with hands-on projects for kids / Laura Lohmann.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lohmann, Laura, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Art--Study and teaching (Elementary).

Art.

Activity programs in education.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (321 pages)

Place of Publication:

Seattle, Washington State : The Innovation Press, [2020]

Summary:

Learn to create art just like the famous artists who inspire us?it's easier than you think! Known for her colorful painted paper lessons, elementary art teacher Laura Lohmann has created the go-to art history book to creatively engage kids. Mini Masterpieces: Exploring Art History With Hands-On Projects for Kids encourages young artists to explore various art materials through projects inspired by a diverse collection of famous artists past and present from around the world. This invaluable guide to creating beautiful art includes: 52 art projects thoroughly tested by more than 800 kids to get them just right--perfect for ages 5-12 and all different skill levels. Step-by-step full-color photos, helpful tips and techniques (including how to make painted paper), and a list of must-have inexpensive art supplies. Background information about each unique artist that will help young artists get to know them and their body of work. Learning art history has never been more fun!

Contents:

Intro

Title Page

Dedication

Copyright Page

Contents

Introduction

How to Use This Book

10 Tips for Preparing your Creative Space

Tempera Painting with Children is as Easy as 1, 2, 3

How to Make Painted Paper

Nature

Stained Glass Window

Clay Sunflowers

Mountain Landscape

Zinnia Still Life

Towering Trees

The Great Wave

Water Lilies Painting

Thistles in the Wind

Seascapes

Folk Art Flowers

Setting Sun of Colors

Into the Woods

Tissue Petal Sunflowers

Lake George Landscape

Polka Dot Pumpkins

Reflections of the Sun

Alfalfa Fields

Flower Bouquet

The Starry Night

Spotted Mushrooms

Water Lily Clay Sculpture

Dazzling Landscapes with Patterned Trees

Colors and Shapes

Heart

Coke Bottle

Quilts

Music and Movement

Splashes of Color

Found Objects Sculpture

Circles

Abstract

Colorful Cardboard Creations

Printing with Sponges

Rainbow Fields

Tissue Paper Drip Designs

Abstract Marble Painting

Patchwork Collage

Concentric Circles

Gumball Machine

Portraits and Animals

Dinosaur Jazz

Cubist Lobster

Circus Elephants

Tall, Skinny Person

Barking Dog

Still Life with Bird

Bumble Bees

Birdcage

Patterned Portraits

Cities and Ports

Open Window to the Sea

City Buildings

Tramp Steamer

City Life in Harlem

Ferris Wheel in Paris

Appendix

Index

About the Author.

Notes:

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

1-943147-82-5

OCLC:

1202462441