From Africa, to Egypt, to Italy. Travel to all of these places and more by only going 20 minutes away! A glimpse at all of these places can be found at the North Carolina Museum of Art. Plan a fun and FREE weekend or Track Out family outing? Register for Family Fun Saturday or enjoy a movie on the lawn. There is so much to do at NCMA. (click on the image to take a virtual tour and plan your trip)
portraits with chuck close
Watch as the amazing portrait artist Chuck Close demonstrates his painting technique and discusses overcoming obstacles. See just what has inspired our 4th grade artists.
Picasso Head
Create abstract faces like the famous Spanish artist, Pablo PIcasso. This website contains hours of FUN for everyone!! (click on the image to go there now!)
Art is the WindoW to the Heart
Click below to "fly" into Starry Night and imagine what it would be like to be inside of this famous painting by Vincent VanGogh.
PIet mondrian
Enjoy this fun YouTube animation of Piet Mondrian's Broadway Boogie-Woogie. KIndergarteners and 1st Graders at MCES loved it! Now, they can watch it at home....
ArtRageous with Nate Learn even more about Action Painter, Jackson Pollock and get some ideas of how to paint like Pollock at home.
Painting with Scissors: Watch Matisse, the Master at work
Art with Mati and Dada Explore the world of famous artists with these two fun-loving little art lovers. From Henri Matisse to Jackson Pollock and others, these guys love exploring art history. Enjoy their adventures with Matisse, Vincent Van Gogh and Pollock by clicking below. Check out other artists by doing a YouTube search for Art with Mati and Dada.
Paint Like Pollock
Jackson Pollock was the world's best known "action painter." He was known for dripping paint on the canvas. Watch the video above Art with Mati and Dad to learn more about him and his art and then have fun with this link to Painting like Pollock without the mess!! (click on the image to go there now!)
Haring Coloring Book
New York Subway grafitti artist drew iconic figures that we all recognize. Have fun with this interactive coloring book designed especially for kids.