Programming + Activities

O-riginal Art Activities: Calligraphy Self-Portrait Inspired by Sister Gertrude Morgan

Español abajo Create your own self-portrait with an important message! Sister Gertrude Morgan, Self-Portrait / Revelations, 1965, Mixed media on paper Sister Gertrude Morgan was born in Alabama in 1900…

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O-riginal Art Activities: Abstract Landscape Drawing Inspired by Will Henry Stevens

Español abajo Create an abstract drawing of a nature scene near you. Will Henry Stevens, Abstract Mississippi River, 1942, Pastel on paper Will Henry Stevens was an artist from Indiana…

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Ogden Museum Online Lessons For the Classroom: Angola | Melvin Edwards 5-12 Grades

Español abajo.  This activity introduces students to a dynamic living African American artist who uses found objects and traditional blacksmithing techniques to create high and low relief sculptures. Students will…

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O-riginal Art Activities: Paper Chain Installation Inspired by Melvin Edwards

Español abajo Create a chain installation symbolizing strength. Melvin Edwards is known for his dense, metal assemblages that honor the connection between African and African American art. Edward’s great-great-great grandfather…

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Ogden Museum Online Lessons For the Classroom: San Romano, Monticello, Brick II | Robert Reed Grades 2-5

Español abajo Students will use masking tape and paint to create a two-dimensional, geometric abstract painting inspired by Robert Reed’s, San Romano, Monticello, Brick. Students will compare and contrast Reed’s…

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