Art Masterpiece Corner: Halloween

Monday, October 20, 2014

Edward Munch "The Scream" for Halloween

Leonardo da Vinci’s "Mona Lisa", Edvard Munch’s "The Scream" may be the most iconic human figure in the history of Western art. So it's no surprise to me that when Halloween approaches I get requests for Edvard Munch. "The Scream" project in particular, my of my favorite projects to lead.

After a discussion about Edvard Munch and his painting "The Scream", students are given large watercolor paper ( at least 11x17) to sketch and paint the background. While students are painting, I photograph each student one by one, asking them to replicate a silent scream. Sometimes it takes four or five photos as they can't help smiling.

Allow the project to dry. In the meantime I print out the photo onto copy paper. Trim their photo by cutting out the background and glue onto their painting using a glue stick.

They love seeing themselves in a painting, especially when it is on display all month long. Thanks +Kathy Barbro for the great idea!

The project is also great to show perspective. Depending on age you could have a group discussion of feelings and emotions.

Hint: Label their photo and painting so you can match them up later.

How about you? What projects do you like to do for fall?
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Saturday, October 11, 2014

Art Inspired Costumes You Can Make

Looking for inspiration for a costume? Below are twelve (in no particular order) creative, art inspired costumes. Some are quick and easy to make with items you have laying around your house, or can purchase for cheap at your local thrift store.

You could actually pull these together at the last minute as there is little to no sewing involved. Being historically accurate is not as important as creativity. Just imagine all the oohs and aahs you'll get.

1. Mona Lisa by Leonardo Da Vinci