1. Amanda Pike Jordan Muller

8.  See  Touch  Hear  Smell

10. Fluidity

14.  What materials were used to make this?  What inspired these pieces of art?  Why these colors?  How big are they?  Who made them?  What is the story behind them?  When were they made?  How long did they take to be created?  What did the artist see when they made them?

15. Friends of Mercyhurst Art Exhibit Inquiry Observations Personal Connections ThoughtsFeelings Experiences Curricular Connections Erie Art Museum Avalon

16.  This collection contains more than 95 pieces total.  The theme is called give thanks.  It’s a visual depiction of all we have to be thankful for; the beauty of nature, freedom, humor, and angels watching over us.  This event began in 2006.  The exhibit showcases a wide spectrum of works, that include sculptures, paintings, ceramics, 3-D art, photography and much more.

17.  We use old main as a hallway used to get from one place to another.  We see the displays of art work every time we pass by them in the hall.  We think of stories for each painting.  Old main is where are classes are held.  They remind us of how important art is in our everyday lives.  In history we hear about art and how it started long ago in many different cultures.  In Math we can see length by measuring and circumference of the circle.

18.  How this exhibit has grown since its start in 2006. Paintings, photographs, sculptures, and much more have been added through the years.

19.  Art  Make your own abstract painting  Mix different colors  Math  Calculate the height and width of the painting  Create word problems incorporating paintings and sculptures  Science  The ingredients in paint  Identify different types of canvas under a microscope  History  Research abstract paintings from various collections

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