made with black oil pastels and watercolor
1st graders drew imaginary creatures, people and abstract imagery after looking at the art of Joan Miro. Miro has always been one of my favorite artists!
We talked about
- the difference between abstract and realistic artwork
- where artists get their ideas
- oil pastel and watercolor resists
As the students drew their creatures and designs, they looked at the Roll-A-Miro sheets for additional lines and shape inspiration.
Here are two other really nice Miro art project ideas:
Miro is one of my favorites, too- these are great!
Great project – I love using famous artists to inspire and educate kids through art projects!