The students were introduced to Vncent Van Gogh and his work. He is well know for his depictions of sunflowers. Using Celluclay and acrylic paint, the students created their own sunflower masterpiece in the style of Van Gogh. Please select one of these fine books below to learn more about the life and art of Vincent Van Gogh.

The students were introduced to the Modern artist, Andy Warhol. He taught us to see art in everday objects. He believed if enough people liked somone's art, they could have their "fifteen minutes of fame". The students created a self-portrait using a photocopy of themselves and acrylic paint. Purchase one of these excellent books about Andy Warhlol a unique American Artist.

The students were introduced to one of America's greatest artist/environmentalists. He is known for his stunning photography of the American Landscape. Using a black, white, gray and dark blue pallete, the students created a landscape reflecting the beauty and drama of Ansel Adams' black and white photographs. This truly unique photographer is loved and collected by millions of people around the World. Purchase one of the books for youreself or as a gift for the Ansel Adams fan in your family.

The students were introduced to the American Impressionism style of painting. Using Willard Metcalf's "The Poppy Garden" as the motivation, they created their own painting using acrylic paint in this style. They explored the different textures you can create with a paint brush, and became familiar with the terms: shadow, background, foreground and horizon line, among others. The American Impressionists offer some of the most beautiful paintings of modern time. Please consider several of the volumes listed here.

The students were introduced to one of the most esteemed American artists in the 20th Century. Georgia O'Keeffe became famous for her depictions of flowers, skulls, mountains and rocks. Tracing a cow skull and placing a flower on the canvas the students learned about composition and experimented by painting in the many shades of white found in the dessert. Here a just of few of the books available about Geogria O'Keefee. We apologize but some of the books listed below do not offer a picture of the cover.