Nature Study: Matisse Sunflowers

Matisse’s Vase of Sunflowers is part of a group of paintings he created while in Corsica in 1898 to 1899. On this trip he was greatly influenced by the beautiful southern landscape and the bright, blinding southern sunlight. The subject matter of the sunflower conveys the sun’s energy through the bold bright colors.

Simple art materials, such as tempera paint, heavyweight drawing paper and paint brushes are the tools used to create your own mini masterpieces. My student artists created these in a 90 minute session.

Included in this Matisse Sunflower Nature Study:

• Full Color Step by Step Lesson Plan

• Inspiration Page

• Student Gallery

• Supply Page and Helpful Tips

• Black and White Coloring Sheet to be painted or colored for a younger artist

• Full Color Artist Study Sunflower Painting Printables

• Life Cycle of a Sunflower Visual

• Life Stages of a Sunflower Handout

I am always reflecting on how I can inspire my students to become awesome artists while exploring the wonders of Nature. I want them to grow as an artist and have that creative confidence when creating in the art world.

Keep on Creating!

Laura xoxo

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Laura xox