Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will learn about famous artists and their masterpieces, while creating your own artwork inspired by their styles.

Materials and Prep

Materials needed: paper, pencils, crayons or markers, and a computer or books with pictures of famous artworks.

Before the lesson, familiarize yourself with the works of artists like Leonardo da Vinci, Vincent van Gogh, and Pablo Picasso.

Activities

Create your own version of the Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci. Try to capture her mysterious smile!

Draw a starry night scene like Vincent van Gogh. Use bold colors and swirling patterns.

Make a cubist portrait inspired by Pablo Picasso. Use geometric shapes and bright colors to create a unique face.

Talking Points

• Leonardo da Vinci was a famous artist who painted the Mona Lisa. She is known for her enigmatic smile.

• Vincent van Gogh was a post-impressionist painter who created "Starry Night," a famous painting of a night sky filled with swirling stars.

• Pablo Picasso was a Spanish artist who co-founded the Cubist movement. Cubism uses geometric shapes to create abstract art.