Art Explorers is an art history themed story time that is followed by an art project, done in the style of a famous artist or art movement from history. This session will cover artist Helen Frankenthaler and her pour paintings.
Watch our YouTube video to learn the artist's history and to see examples of their work with help from the Smithsonian's archives.
Art kits will be available until April while supplies last. Art kits are only available through curbside pickup at the Kate Waller Barrett branch - just put ART EXPLORERS KIT in the description box when you make your appointment. Kits include non toxic, washable, watercolor paint. Please be cautious while transporting your art kit to avoid spills. Kits will also include a Helen Frankenthaler fact sheet. Adult supervision may be required.
As always, the goal is to explore art and discover new ways of creating it. A perfect end result is never required! The focus is early art appreciation and allowing children to explore their creativity. It's the process, not the product that matters in Art Explorers!
Contact Vanessa Salo at vsalo@alexlibraryva.org or 703.746.1744 with any questions, comments or concerns.
