Explore and learn about some of the most famous works from the National Gallery’s collection, make your own art, and share it with friends!
Spark your thinking!
1. Set up your STEAM mini spark recording page:#22: Paint ‘n’ Play
2. Go to each link below and study the artist’s page. Record the title of the art, the artist’s name, and 2-3 details. Click on “Image Description” for more information about the art.
- Alma Thomas Pansies in Washington
- Sam Gilliam Yellow Edge
- John Constable Wivenhoe Park
- Fede Galizia Still Life with Apples, Pears, Cucumbers, Figs, Plums, and a Melon
- Vincent van Gogh Self-Portrait
- Cecilia Beaux Sita and Sarita
3. Go to Paint ‘n’ Play hosted by the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C. They recommend playing on a computer or tablet that is rotated to landscape mode. Here you can create your own art. Each of the artists you studied above has a canvas where you can digitally paint, modeling their style, color pallet, and brush technique.
4. Explore at least 3 of the artists you studied for few minutes. Click on the rooster on each of the pages and record the quote on your recording page.
5. Chose one artist. Practice creating your own piece in the same style.
6. Take a screenshot of you project and add it to your recording page. Give it a title.
7. Share your STEAM mini spark recording page with your teacher/EY coordinator.