In 2017 a work by Jean-Michel Basquiat was actioned off for over 110 million dollars. So who is he and what makes his art so special? Find out with a short video that details his background, influences, and his process.

Concepts

artists, famous artists, painting techniques

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Additional Tags

visual and performing arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Include the video as part of Black History Month studies or of famous painters
• Ask class members to view the video, complete the reading comprehension check, and explore some of the additional resources before returning for a full-class discussion of the artist

Classroom Considerations

• Class members may not be familiar with the medical textbook Gray's Anatomy; have a copy on hand to share

Pros

• Includes images of Basquiat's paintings and of his SAMO graffiti

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.3 SL.11-12.3