Abstract Art inspired by Joan Miro

made with black oil pastels and watercolor

1st graders drew imaginary creatures, people and abstract imagery after looking at the art of Joan Miro.  Miro has always been one of my favorite artists!

We talked about

• the difference between abstract and realistic artwork
• where artists get their ideas
• oil pastel and watercolor resists

As the students drew their creatures and designs, they looked at the Roll-A-Miro sheets for additional lines and shape inspiration.

Here are two other really nice Miro art project ideas:

The Elementary Art Room

Deep Space Sparkle