In our art studio we are focusing on "Street Artists". Bren Bataclan, that created a mural at our school, is considered a street artist. The reason why, is because he leaves art in the streets for people to look at and take with them, with a promise to do more good in the world.
We are talking this week about Keith Haring. A street artist who became popular in the 1980s with his "cookie cutter" people and animals. He would go into subways and draw with chalk. We watched a news story about it and the story said that he would sometimes get arrested for his actions. The artists at NMES had a great discussion about why someone might be breaking the law if they wrote on someone elses property. The students liked his work because of the simple colors and lines. It's fun!!
If you would like to explore Keith Haring more with your child please visit this website: www.haringkids.com
It has a lot of great games, interactive activities and information about the artist.
Enjoy!
Ms. McCarthy
