START WITH ART: Julie Le Brun Looking in a Mirror

Good morning, friends! Each day, we embark on a delightful journey through the world of art, uncovering the stories and emotions behind masterpieces from history. Today, we have a beautiful artwork for you to explore—just take a peek below!

Once you’ve had a moment to appreciate it, we invite you to engage the young minds in your life with some thought-provoking questions (listed below in this post). You’ll be amazed at how starting the day with art can spark creativity and inspire critical thinking. Let’s dive in together and see where our imaginations take us!

Title: Julie Le Brun Looking in a Mirror

Artist: Elisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun

Date: 1786

Medium: Oil on wood

Dimensions: 73.7 × 61 cm

Start with Art Questions:

• Look at how the artist painted the reflection in the mirror. How accurately do you think Julie’s reflection is shown? 

• Notice the soft colors and textures Vigée Le Brun used, especially in Julie’s dress and the background. How do these choices make Julie’s figure stand out?

• Imagine what Julie might be thinking as she gazes into the mirror. What story do you think this painting is telling about her, and how does the mirror help communicate that story?

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