Grade 2 Sunflowers

Vincent van Gogh's Sunflowers are a perfect example of how artists often make art of the same thing over and over again to perfect a technique, to create a cohesive body of work, or because they simply love their subject matter. Here are four sunflower paintings by Van Gogh...

                                  

                                  

Students in one school created a painting of sunflowers, while students in another used oil pastels. I differentiated the materials so I would know for future years which would be more successful. I enjoyed the final product of the oil pastel drawing much more because of the vibrant colors and because students had more control. Here are some students working with the pastels

And some finished drawings!! 

                      

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Some lessons have been taught to multiple grade levels. Not all schools participate in the same lessons due to budget, materials, student needs, etc. Please leave a comment with praise, questions, or ways to polish.