Edward Hopper Art Lessons

Art Projects and Curriculum

Explore Hopper's iconic landscape art lessons plan to ignite creativity in elementary students. Our carefully curated lesson plans offer hands-on activities and insightful discussions, encouraging students to interpret and create their landscape artworks while gaining an appreciation for Hopper's distinctive style and vision.

Student Artwork Showcase

Style

Modernist

Media

Oil

Heritage

American

Gender

Male

About Edward Hopper (1882-1967)

Edward Hopper was an American realist painter and printmaker. Born in 1882, he is best known for his depictions of American life and culture, particularly his scenes of isolated motels, diners, and gas stations. Hopper's works are characterized by their attention to light and shadow, as well as their evocative use of color and composition. He was a master of capturing the mood and atmosphere of modern life, and his works often convey a sense of loneliness and isolation.

Today, Hopper's works continue to be celebrated for their innovative techniques and insightful depictions of American life, and can be found in major museums around the world. He remains one of the most influential and beloved artists of the 20th century, and his works continue to inspire new generations of artists and art lovers alike.

Edward Hopper Art Lesson & Art Activity Projects for Elementary Students

Hopper was an American artist that simply and beautifully painted his love of the sea, countryside, and city life.  The students take his simple lines and colors and create a seascape in his style with paint and paper collage. Be sure to click through the student masterpieces at the top of this page.

Art Elements Taught

Line

Art Activity Emphasis

Seascapes

Vocabulary Learned

composition, contrast, detail, horizontal, line, mood, realistic, shadow, vertical

Student Art Supplies

Paint, Crayons, Sandpaper, Q-Tips, Cotton
hopper Art lessons for elementary students

How the Art Program Works:

1. Assembly

Introducing the Masters—Multi-Purpose Room or Classroom (20-45 minutes)

2. Student Worksheets

Learning from the Masters—Classroom (15-30 minutes)

3. Student Art Projects

Working with the Masters—Classroom (50-60 minutes)

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