Visual Art Lesson: Impressionism
Impressionism in Art: Activities and Adventures in Impressionism
Book Review
Book Title: Picture This! Activities and Adventures in Impressionism
Author: Joyce Raimondo
Publisher: Watson-Guptill Publications
Teacher Review
Ramondo has written four outstanding art books to introduce students to Surrealism, Expressionism, Impressionism, and Pop Art. Her books are a great resource for teachers as they have simple art projects and numerous open ended questions about examining art styles. Activities and Adventures in Impressionism is one of four in her Art Explorers Series.
Picture This! is filled with exciting activities for students to capture the world on paper. Impressionist art takes a snapshot of a moment and the artist produces in an assortment of art mediums. With Raimondo’s lessons, students will learn how to capture a moment. The purpose of her book is for students to examine the history of Impressionism and its purpose in the art world.
Monet is a well known Impressionist Artist whose art was ridiculed in the early days. Society was not ready for an artist to catch the creative spirit of life in a multitude of settings. It is important for students to realize any art is subjective and it does not matter others opinions. If other opinions mattered, Monet might not be known today. Raimondo illustrates these types of ideas in her book and the importance of a student’s creative freedom. She brings a fresh light to art, away from duplication art.
Raimondo’s books are easy to implement into any school curriculum and are filled with exceptional lessons. As a bonus, she has suggested open ended questions for students to explore the art of Impressionism. She wrote an interesting book that allows teachers to veer from the more traditional art to art that can be incorporated into a variety of subjects. Her book is geared for junior, middle, and high school students. Enjoy implementing her lessons into your classroom effortlessly.
Joyce Raimondo Books
Imagine That!: Activities and Adventures in Surrealism
Express Yourself!: Activities and Adventures in Expressionism
