Last week we started learning about another famous artist. This month we will focus on learning about the life and artistic techniques of artist and author Faith Ringgold. She is best known for her painted story quilts -- art that combines painting, quilted fabric and storytelling. We are learning how to look closely and replicate intricate artistic details through a study of her work, Tar Beach. Stay tuned for a sneak peak of the our art resembling Tar Beach.
Ask your child about this important work of art and writing. Some questions may include:
What is a tar beach?
Why is the George Washington Bridge important to Cassie?
Why does Cassie fly in the story?
Who comes with her on her flight over the George Washington Bridge?
What do her parents do for a living?
What time of day and what time of year does the picture/story take place?
What is the purpose of the quilt patterns and the quilt border around the art?
