Imagine a painting that moves like jazz.
Thatās what Piet Mondrianāthe Dutch master of balance, color, and rhythmāset out to create.
Known for his bold grids and primary colors, Mondrianās style was anything but random. It was jazz on canvas.Ā
He called it Broadway Boogie Woogie, and it captured the energy of New York City using just red, yellow, blue, black, and white.
No curves. No diagonals. Just vertical and horizontal lines in perfect harmony.
Now picture your students doing the sameābalancing color, shape, and line with their own compositions.
Hereās what theyāll learn from Mondrian:
- How to identify vertical and horizontal lines
- Why balance matters in art and life
- What primary colors are, and how to use them with intention
- How music and visual art can share rhythm and movement
- That āsimpleā doesnāt mean āeasyāāit means powerful
Every grade level gets its own version of the lesson:
- Kindergarten students use craft sticks and glue to create Mondrian-style grids
- Grades 1ā4 build more complex compositions using overlapping lines
- Grades 5ā8+ add rhythm, color contrast, and thoughtful design to master the technique
No art degree required.
No supplies to track down.
We give you:
- Prepped project folders
- Step-by-step scripts and videos
- Music suggestions to set the mood
- Printable artist bios and award certificates
- Classroom-tested instructions for teachers and volunteers alike
Want to make it even easier?Ā
If youāre in Southern California, we can send our trained instructors straight to your school.
Not in SoCal? No problem.Ā
You can run it with your own teachers or even parent volunteers.
Whether youāre brand new or already own a few artist units, this project is a perfect way to energize your students and bring the modern masters into your classroom.
Want to see what kids create after studying Mondrian?
Youāll be amazed by what your students can do with a few lines, some color, and a whole lot of imagination.
Creatively yours,
Meet the Masters
Inspire ā Educate ā Create
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