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Édouard Manet – Painter of Modern Life

Édouard Manet – Painter of Modern Life

by Olivia Gratehouse | Famous Artists

  “There are no lines in nature, only areas of color, one against another.” Édouard Manet was born January 23, 1832, into a well-to-do family in Paris. His mother was the goddaughter of a Swedish prince, but his father was a judge and wanted Manet to...
John Singer Sargent – Master Portraitist

John Singer Sargent – Master Portraitist

by Olivia Gratehouse | Famous Artists

  “You can’t do sketches enough. Sketch everything and keep your curiosity fresh.” John Singer Sargent was born January 12, 1856, in Florence, Tuscany. His parents, Fitzwilliam and Mary Sargent, were Americans traveling abroad throughout Europe...
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The African face mask is an art form that has been The African face mask is an art form that has been practiced for centuries. These unique and expressive pieces cover the face as part of a costume used in ceremonies and religious rituals, though they are sometimes also used for entertainment and decoration! In this lesson from our Tribal Art course, we will be creating one inspired by various African masks from the Mbagani, Pende, Guro, and Chokwe cultures of Africa. Find it on Masterpiece Society to learn more about the fascinating history of art in your homeschool! 🌎🎨
Transport your family to the legends of King Arthu Transport your family to the legends of King Arthur by creating his legendary coat of arms, famous both on and off the battlefield. Find this lesson and more creative King Arthur-inspired projects in our Art of the Round Table course on Masterpiece Society! 🛡⚔
Want a way for your kindergarteners through second Want a way for your kindergarteners through second graders to explore art and creativity in their homeschool days, but unsure where to start? This art course would be the perfect fit! Designed especially for younger students with engaging, simple, and easy-to-follow lessons like this songbird in acrylics, it is perfect for helping budding artists grow. Find this lesson and more in our Backyard Nature course at Masterpiece Society to let creativity flourish in your homeschool! 🎨🐤 #homeschoolart #homeschoolartlesson #masterpiecesociety
Are you ready to infuse your homeschool with the b Are you ready to infuse your homeschool with the beauty, color, and creativity of the Impressionist art movement? Look no further than Impressions, a Charlotte Mason-inspired curriculum designed to bring the vibrant world of Monet, Renoir, and Sisley to life in your home. Your children will explore iconic masterpieces, learn about the lives of famous Impressionist painters, and experiment with their own art techniques. Spark creativity and learning in your homeschool with this curriculum- find it today at Awaken to Delight! 🎨🖌 #awakentodelight #charlottemasonmorningtime #homeschoolcurriculum
Want a simple way for your young homeschoolers to Want a simple way for your young homeschoolers to begin learning art? Look no further than our Backyard Nature course, designed especially for kids aged kindergarten through second grade! We explore the beauty that can be found right in your own backyard through sweet, easy-to-follow mixed media projects, like this polka dot beetle! Grab the course today at Masterpiece Society to get started! 🐞 #homeschoolartlesson #homeschoolart #masterpiecesociety
This lesson (first picture) is inspired by Piet Mo This lesson (first picture) is inspired by Piet Mondrian’s famous abstract compositions from the 1920s and 1930s. At first glance, Mondrian’s paintings might seem simple: black lines forming a grid, filled with rectangles of red, blue, and yellow. But Mondrian believed that a perfect arrangement of line and color could create harmony, like a visual piece of music. When you begin exploring his techniques through creating your own art piece, you can see for yourself that there is more to his work than meets the eye! Find this lesson and more in our GeomARTry course to get started today! 🎨
Create this colorful mosaic from our Classical Art Create this colorful mosaic from our Classical Art course, exploring art techniques from ancient Rome, ancient Greece, and the Etruscan period! Although the Greeks had created mosaic designs, the Romans actually perfected and excelled at the art. Artisans would cut stones and bits of marble into tiny pieces (usually only 1-2 centimeters in diameter for floors and less than a millimeter in diameter for walls) to create extravagant designs for Roman homes. Craft your own piece of history with this lovely lesson- find it today at Masterpiece Society! #classicalart #masterpiecesociety #homeschoolartlesson
Bring U.S. history to life with Historical ARTchiv Bring U.S. history to life with Historical ARTchives! Our art course for homeschoolers combines creative mixed media projects with key moments from American history- perfect for ages 10 and up! This watercolor map from the course explores the constantly changing U.S. boundary lines during the Westward Expansion, making it a wonderful accompaniment to your homeschool history lessons. Find it at Masterpiece Society to pair creativity with learning! 🇺🇸 #homeschoolartlesson #USHistory #masterpiecesociety
One of the loveliest times of the year is when the One of the loveliest times of the year is when the cherry trees are blossoming. What a gorgeous display of the Lord’s handiwork! To celebrate one of my favorite spring moments, I will show you how to make two versions of mixed media cherry trees. Each one is super easy- grab your paintbrushes and follow along with me in these lessons from our Springtime Splendor art course! 🌸 #springtime #homeschoolartlesson #masterpiecesociety #cherryblossom
Happy Easter from Masterpiece Society! To celebrat Happy Easter from Masterpiece Society! To celebrate my favorite holiday, I have created not one, but TWO Easter-themed art lessons- a "He is Risen" quote and an easy Cottontail Bunny, so there is something for everyone to enjoy! Find them in our members-only Holiday Art Course to spring into creativity this Easter! 🐇✝ #eastersunday #homeschoolartlesson #homeschooleasteractivities
Ah, Shakespeare- one of the most impactful writers Ah, Shakespeare- one of the most impactful writers to have ever lived! Pair your homeschool studies with Bard Art- our members-only art course that explores a different Shakespeare work each month. For April's lesson, we have chosen to create a piece inspired by this iconic quote from Measure for Measure! Read Shakespeare's work as a family, then create this artwork to help the lesson "stick" for your children- find it at Masterpiece Society to get started! ✒️🎨
Celebrate spring with this adorable Peter Rabbit-t Celebrate spring with this adorable Peter Rabbit-themed art lesson, perfect for a homeschool Easter activity! Peter was a naughty little rabbit who ran into Mr. McGregor’s garden after he was told not to, and after eating lots of vegetables, found himself on the run from Mr. McGregor himself! In this lesson, we recreate a scene straight out of Beatrix Potter’s beloved children’s story. Find it on Masterpiece Society to get started! 🐇 #homeschoolartlesson #peterrabbit #homeschooleasteractivities
Even though it's April 1st, this is no prank! Our Even though it's April 1st, this is no prank! Our April Nature Study, Spring Wildflowers, is out and is absolutely FREE! Jam-packed with nature journaling prompts and nature craft ideas, it has everything your family needs to celebrate the beauty of spring. Find it in our blog post on Awaken to Delight to grab your own copy for a month of nature-themed adventures! 💐 #awakentodelight #charlottemasonmorningtime #naturejournaling
Today is the PERFECT day to get creative because i Today is the PERFECT day to get creative because it is National Crayon Day! In honor of the holiday, we have created a super-short tutorial showing you how to make a colorful heart using old crayons and a hair dryer: supplies most people already have on hand! Find this tutorial and more in our members-only Holiday Art course, celebrating unique holidays with homeschool art lessons! 🖍 #nationalcrayonday #homeschoolartlesson #homeschoolart #masterpiecesociety
As spring picks up, many birds have at last begun As spring picks up, many birds have at last begun to return to warmer climates! One of the prettiest birds you might see is the blue jay, with its striking feathers and sleek build. Encourage your little ones to create a blue jay of their own with this soft pastel art tutorial, designed to gently guide your kindergarten through second-grade children on a spring-themed art adventure! Find it in our Featherly Friends art course for some seasonal fun! 🐦 #springart #masterpiecesociety #homeschoolartlessons #homeschoolartschool
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