Help me give my students oil pastels to create self-portraits based on Henri Matisse's fauvism movement. They will be able to learn French through art and participate in a cultural immersion within the classroom.
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Students
My students are the first generation in the French program at their high school. They all come from different backgrounds and love to celebrate their differences. They enjoy using their knowledge to learn the French language and make connections and comparisons between the rich cultures of the French-speaking countries around the world and their own. Curious, artistic, and critical thinkers, they are eager to participate in multiple projects that will enable them to feel part of a new community.
My Project
The materials needed will help my students create colorful self-portraits inspired by the French painter, Henri Matisse. During the semester where they learn how to introduce themselves in French, students will have the chance to learn about the fauvism movement and its impact on the French culture. The acetate paper will be placed on top of a student picture to help them draw their face accurately using a permanent marker. The oil pastels are key to bring life to their self-portraits, following the rules of Matisse's techniques.
This project will give my students an opportunity to learn and practice French by producing art, making connections with other content area classes, and using their creativity to express themselves freely.
The enjoyment this project provides will increase students' motivation to learn more about the French language and culture.
Nearly all students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
55501-1303 - Grafix Clear Acetate - 9" x 12" x .003", Pad, 25 Sheets
• Blick Art Materials
$9.07
6
$54.42
34916-1303 - 3M Production Sandpaper - Fine, Grit 120-C, 10 Sheets
• Blick Art Materials
$5.99
5
$29.95
Pentel Arts Oil Pastels, 432 Piece Classroom Size Pack (PHN-12CP)
• Amazon Business
$27.11
1
$27.11
Pacon Art1st Mixed Media Art Paper, White, 9" by 12", 500 Sheets (4831)
• Amazon Business
$18.36
1
$18.36
Permanent Markers,Shuttle Art 30 Pack Black Permanent Marker set,Fine Point, Works on Plastic,Wood,Stone,Metal and Glass for Doodling, Marking
• Amazon Business
$9.99
1
$9.99
Materials cost
$139.83
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$12.79
3rd party payment processing fee
$2.10
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$184.72
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$32.60
Total project goal
$217.32
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$217.32
2 Donors
-$217.32
Donations toward project cost
-$184.72
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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