Crystal Bridges

Introduction

In preparing for our visit to Crystal Bridges we will be going on an adventure to explore some of the wonderful works of art they have on display!

Task

Your task is to browse the Crystal Bridges artwork online.  Chose one piece that you really connect with and find out more about the artist, medium, and historical context. Browse all types of art!  Look at paintings, sculpture and paper pieces!

http://crystalbridges.org/art/

Process

After you select a piece of art you should answer the following questions in your writer's notebook;

1. Who is the artist?

2. What is the subject of the piece?

3. What is the medium used?

4. What is the message the artist is portraying through the piece?

5. What is the historical context of the piece?

Evaluation

You will take your gathered infomation, along with an image of your chosen piece and create an informative essay.  This essay will be graded based on the rubric given in class.

Conclusion

I hope you have enjoyed this unit of study and the trip to Crystal Bridges!

Credits

created by Mrs. Hamby