Exploring painting

Synopsis

A comprehensive overview of painting techniques, tools, and traditions. From cave drawings to color theory, this contemporary studio program provides a comprehensive overview of painting techniques, tools, and traditions. It explores historical and cultural influences while taking a close-up look at current topics of interest in the world of art and art education. Each studio opportunity is specially designed to foster hands-on learning and self-express. Lessons are designed to draw on a variety of instructional strategies and are carefully crafted and organized for success in creating art and mastering key concepts and skills. This multicultural, studio rich book includes: * Contemporary masters * Stimulating, in-depth studio opportunities to foster hands-on learning and self-expression. * Studio Rubrics for creating and evaluating artwork. * Examples of student art, both in-the-process and final works. * Current careers in art