Over the last several weeks the fourth graders have been learning about the artist Charley Harper and trying their had at creating a painting inspired by his work. Harper is an American artist best know for his stylized paintings of animals. If you would like to see some of Harper's work check out the video below that is part of a larger interview.
Our students focused on creating images of bugs, birds or fish using simple and repeating shapes as seen in Harper's work. They also worked mixing their tints and shades at add detail to their work. Below you can see photos of their in progress and finished works.
