Paul Signac

This month we are looking at the work of neo-impressionist Paul Signac.

Paul Signac
French
1863-1935


Signac was one of the world’s first pointillist painters, using small dots and strokes of paint to form his images. He spent a lot of time on the seacoast, painting the landscapes he encountered.

Paul Signac with Palette
photograph
1883

Grand Canal Venice
Paul Signac
oil on canvas
1905
Toledo Museum of Art, Ohio
This month we will be creating pointillist bags that will be filled with treats for children.  To complete this project each child will need:

  • 8 1/2 x 11″ scrap paper (this will be used as a measuring tool, so size is important) *1 sheet per child
  • Crayons – minimum 8 color set, we recommend Prang *can be shared
  • Navy thread, 1 spool *can be shared
  • 3/4″ ribbon, 1 yard any color- *1 per student (can use 1/2 inch or 1 inch if that is what you have on hand)Masking tape *can be shared
  • Acrylic paint,12 piece set, we recommend Reeves *can be shared
  • Paint Palette (can substitute a few paper plates) *1 per student
  • Optional: Small package of baby wipes or paper towels

See you at 6:30 on Friday, February 29th!

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