Let’s talk about an artist who was THE moody, obsessive genius of the Renaissance. Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475-1564) wasn’t just another painter or sculptor – he was a creative force that completely changed how we think about art. Imagine being so talented that centuries later, people are still in awe of your work. From the breathtaking…
Let’s explore the artistry of Lorenzo Ghiberti, the master behind Florence’s iconic bronze doors. His innovative blend of realism, detail, and classical influence helped shape the course of Renaissance art. Our Other Resources about Ghiberti Don’t forget that we have some other really helpful resources about Ghiberti! Cool Quotes By or About Ghiberti These quotes…
Boy Scouts of America (aka BSA or Scouting) has a sculpture merit badge! I love teaching art, but I know not everyone has access to a local teacher for a merit badge counselor. I also know that professional sculptures might not have all the detailed information to teach this merit badge, since it delves into…
Boy Scouts of America (aka BSA or Scouting) has a pottery merit badge! I love teaching art, but I know not everyone has access to a local teacher for a merit badge counselor. I also know that professional potters might not have all the detailed information to teach this merit badge, since it delves into…
I’ve been so impressed with how naturally most kids take to clay. It’s a medium without mistakes- Just keep playing with it until you like what you see! I laid out all the basics of working with clay here. Air-dry clay is nice because it doesn’t need to be fired in a kiln (a special…
Looking for a fun art project? How about clay!? We’ve been experimenting with clay as I create a few art lesson plans that use clay: Creating Relief Sculptures with Ghiberti Sculpting like Michelangelo We’ve tried several different varieties of clay and we’ve each found our favorites. I also have a post specifically about the BSA…
