Artists Workshop: Landscapes
Artists' workshop Series
What’s inside...
This series provides an introduction to art, combining information about artists and their techniques, with projects, illustrated with children's artwork. Landscapes by Hokusai, Klimt and O'Keeffe provide inspiration for children's art. Provides inspiration for landscape painting by presenting the work of six different artists, then offers instructions for creating one's own work.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-10
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What did you feel looking at the different landscapes in the book?
Which landscape would you love to visit and why?
How do you think the artist chose the colors for their landscapes?
Can you imagine a story happening in one of these landscapes? What would it be like?
What kind of landscape would you like to create on your own, and what tools would you use?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to describe each landscape in detail, fostering their observation and communication skills.
Discuss the emotions and moods different landscapes evoke, helping your child connect art with feelings.
Invite your child to create their own landscape art after reading, using materials like paint, crayons, or digital tools.
Compare landscapes in the book with real or fictional places your child knows, enhancing their contextual understanding and imagination.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Appreciation for Nature
Explanation: Through the exploration of various landscapes, the book encourages children to notice and appreciate the natural beauty around them.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to observe and respect their environment, fostering a connection with nature during outdoor activities or family trips.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Expression
Explanation: The book guides children to creatively interpret and recreate landscapes, promoting the expression of individual perspectives and ideas.
Real-World Application: This nurtures creative thinking which can be applied in art projects at school or in crafting personalized gifts.
Example Lesson: Understanding Perspectives
Explanation: By presenting landscapes from different geographical and cultural viewpoints, the book teaches children that there are multiple ways to see the same scene.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps in developing empathy and understanding towards differing opinions and cultures among peers.
Example Lesson: Focus and Observation Skills
Explanation: The detailed artistic techniques illustrated in the book encourage children to pay close attention to detail and improve their focus.
Real-World Application: Enhanced observation skills can aid in academic subjects like science and geography, or in everyday tasks like following directions.
Example Lesson: Historical and Cultural Awareness
Explanation: Through the representation of various landscapes that are significant in different cultures, the book offers insights into historical and cultural contexts.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate cultural diversity and history, fostering a broader understanding of the world around them.