START WITH ART: Leonie

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: Leonie

Artist: Otto Dix

Date: 1923

Medium: Color lithograph

Dimensions: 59.7 x 46.4 cm

Start with Art Questions:

• What does the woman in the lithograph look like, and what is she doing?

• Look closely at Leonie's expression and body language. How does she appear to be feeling, and what clues in the artwork help you understand her emotions?

• If you could step into the scene with Leonie, what might you say or do? Do you think Leonie needs some words of support? 

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