START WITH ART: Still Life with Cake, Lemon, Strawberries, and Glass
Each morning, we embrace creativity with a delightful ritual we call #STARTWITHART. Jenna’s kids, aged 7 and 10, along with Janet’s 10-year-old, join in this fun exercise that takes less than five minutes but leaves a lasting impact throughout the day.
This simple practice not only ignites their creativity but also sparks critical thinking, often leading to engaging discussions at the dinner table or during evening reading sessions.
Here’s how to #STARTWITHART:
- Take a Look: Begin by observing the artwork below.
- Ask Questions: Read the questions provided under the art to the children in your life.
- Ignite Creativity: Watch how starting your day with art can inspire imaginative thinking and problem-solving skills!
It’s that easy! Join us in this joyful morning routine and see how a little art can brighten your day. Let's START WITH ART!
Title: Still Life with Cake, Lemon, Strawberries, and Glass
Artist: John Frederick Peto
Date: 1890
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 25.72 × 35.4 cm
Start with Art Questions:
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How do you think the artist made the different textures, like the soft cake, shiny glass, and juicy strawberries, look so realistic in this painting?
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What do you notice about the way the items are arranged on the table?
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If you could add one more item to this still life, what would it be and how would it fit with the cake, lemon, strawberries, and glass?
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