Robert Indiana

The first weeks of school, 5th through 8th grade worked on a Robert Indiana inspired project. Our main inspiration was his "Love" print and sculpture.

The students and I discussed Indiana's inspiration for his artwork and that it was symbolic art. We talked about how artists can draw inspiration from just about anything. The students then brainstormed words that were meaningful and symbolic for them or the society in which we live. During the process of this project, students learned many elements of art including positive and negative space, value, and composition.

Here are some hanging on the wall:

 "Trust"

 "Power"

 "Faith"

 "Progress"

 "Music"

"Believe"

After the project was over, the students wrote and "Artist Statement" that explained their inspiration, process of the project, and self reflection.