Facts about Henri Matisse
What artist are we studying this summer?
Henri Matisse
What is a visual artist?
A visual artist is someone who creates art. Like paintings, drawings, sculptures and even photos. The artist uses art to express their emotions.
Our self portraits, cutting with scissors and circular mobiles
What was the name of his first art piece?
The Dinner Table
Where is Henri Matisse from?
France
Is a self portrait an example of visual art?
Yes
What would you tell the visitors about Henri Matisse?
Answer varies.
What is the name of the painting he made of a woman?
The Woman with a Hat
What kind of art is Henri Matisse known for? Is it colorful or dull?
Colorful art
What is fauvism?
A style of painting that uses bright colors and simple shapes. It also uses unusual colors for natural colors.
What materials did we use to create our art work?
Answer varies.
The Woman with a Hat
Who inspired him to create and become an artist?
His mother
What are examples of visual art? List 4 examples.
Paintings, drawings, sculptures and even photos.
what style of painting did we use for our paintings created by Henri Matisse? (hint: it's a vocab word)
Fauvism
Did many artist like his Women with a Hat painting? Why or why not?
No many artist did not like it because they didn't like the use of bright and unrealistic colors.
What other artist inspired Henri Matisse to create art?
Van Gogh
Something unusual and unrealistic
What did our self portraits have to have on their head?
Hats!
Who is the Woman with a Hat to Henri Matisse?