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Lesson: Younger Than Jesus: Understanding, Looking at, Making Abstract Art Lesson PlanLesson: Younger Than Jesus: Understanding, Looking at, Making Abstract Art Lesson Plan
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Before the class makes abstract art, they see contemporary examples and analyze them. They look at art made by abstract artists under the age of 33 then use similar techniques to create an interesting collection of their own. The lesson spans five sessions and includes discussion questions, art resources, vocabulary, and creative projects.

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abstract art, art analysis, contemporary art, pop art, visual literacy, expressionism, texture, patterns

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abstract art, art analysis, contemporary art, expressionism, pattern, pop art, texture, visual literacy, art project, mixed mediums, visual and performing arts
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9th - 12th
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Visual & Performing Arts
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