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Paul Gauguin was a French Post-Impressionist artist known for his bold use of color and his travels to Tahiti and other South Pacific islands. Born in 1848, Gauguin was a major figure in the development of the Post-Impressionist movement, and his works were characterized by their flat, unmodulated color and simplification of form. He was inspired by the art and culture of the South Pacific and spent much of his later life in Tahiti, where he produced some of his most famous works.
Gauguin's works are widely recognized for their bold use of color, as well as their exploration of spirituality, nature, and the exotic. Today, Gauguin's works continue to be celebrated for their innovative techniques and insights into the human experience, and can be found in major museums around the world.
Audio excerpts and dress-up props motivate the children to investigate Gauguin’s life and artistic genius. The student artists use oil pastel on black paper to create a Tahitian landscape in the abstract style of Gauguin. Be sure to click through the student masterpieces at the top of this page.
We have been enjoying Meet the Masters at Friends Christian School for about 7 years. I am so impressed with the program. It has taught the children not only facts about a particular artist but also a love of art. Many of the students who are not excelling academically find a talent or expression in art that they may not find anywhere else. This builds their self-confidence. I have seen this time and time again. Our MTM teacher has been such an inspiration to our students with her passion and enthusiasm. The way she leads the assembly with slides, hands-on objects, facts, and background of the artist has the kids so intently listening it is amazing. The children are able to recall facts about the artist long after the project, because it is taught in such an interesting and exciting way. Being someone who loves art and creativity I wanted to thank you for this program for our school and thank you for sending a teacher who loves what she does.
We are truly blessed.
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