Gustav Klimt Art Lessons

Art Projects and Curriculum

Dive into the enchanting world of Gustav Klimt's art with our comprehensive art lesson plans and captivating art projects. Explore Klimt's renowned golden motifs and intricate compositions, inspiring students to create their own dazzling artworks. Through hands-on activities and insightful discussions, students will gain a deeper understanding of Klimt's innovative techniques and his enduring impact on the art world.

Student Artwork Showcase

Style

Modernist

Media

Gold Leaf, Oil

Heritage

Austrian

Gender

Male

About Gustav Klimt (1862-1918)

Gustav Klimt was an Austrian symbolist painter, widely considered to be one of the most important artists of the Art Nouveau movement. He is best known for his gilded, decorative portraits and landscapes, which often feature sinuous lines, gold leaf, and complex patterns. His work was heavily influenced by Japanese art and he is considered a pioneer of modern art in Europe. He was a founding member of the Vienna Secession movement, which sought to break away from the traditional academies and promote modern art.

Klimt's most famous works include the portraits "Adele Bloch-Bauer I" and "The Kiss," both of which are highly valued and widely recognized. He died in 1918, but his work continues to inspire artists and art lovers around the world.

Gustav Klimt Art Lesson & Art Activity Projects for Elementary Students

The golden, sparkling portraits and landscapes of Austrian Gustav Klimt are introduced in this lesson. Students investigate his use of jewels, mirrors, gold, and silver to create his Golden Style of the early 1900s. His most famous masterpiece is “The Kiss,” known throughout the world. Be sure to click through the student masterpieces at the top of this page.