START WITH ART: Consciousness of Shock

Good morning! We begin each day by examining a piece of art from history. Today’s artwork is pictured below. Take a look, then read the questions to the students/children in your life and watch how starting the day with art can ignite creativity and critical thinking!

Title: Consciousness of Shock

Artist: Victor Brauner

Date: 1951

Medium: Wax encaustic on hardboard

Dimensions: 64 x 80 cm

Start with Art Questions:

• Take a close look at the painting and describe what you see. Are there specific shapes, colors, or characters that catch your eye? What emotions or thoughts does the artwork evoke?

• Artwork titles often provide clues about the artist's intentions. Why do you think Victor Brauner chose this title for the painting? What elements in the artwork might suggest a sense of shock or surprise?

• Based on what you see in the painting, what kind of world or scenario might exist, and what characters could be part of the story? 

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