Bringing Feelings into Art: Impressionism
In the 1870’s and 1880’s, a group of Paris-based artists began exploring art that incorporated their senses and feelings. The art movement of Impressionism sprang forth, although much to the chagrin of art critics who did not embrace the departure from traditional art styles. In fact, the name of the style in part derives from…
Outdoor Play Inspires Children’s Art
Under puffy clouds and golden sun, children love to explore the magic of nature with its spectacular colors and life bursting everywhere! The world is filled with butterflies, flowers, trees and sunshine. Encourage your children to capture these delightful things through art ~ either indoors or out! It’s so fun to see what tickles your…
Art Nouveau: A Swirling Style with Lasting Impact
Abrakadoodle art students love to create art in the style of 19th century artist Gustav Klimt of Vienna, Austria. He was the founder of the Art Nouveau movement in Austria, which came to be called the Vienna Secession. His art featured lots of patterns, and he loved to paint pictures of trees, flowers and nature…