Description

A Summer of Art • Frottage Images
27 July 2017, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

In this activity students will be experimenting with a drawing technique called “frottage”. This technique is used to obtain textures from various elements or found objects. The technique is made by taking a piece of paper, placing that piece of paper on the selected surface and rubbing a graphite pencil on the paper to collect the impression of the surface. This activity is inspired by American artist, Max Ernest. Ernest frequently traveled and used frottage to collect notes on surface textures from things he found interesting. He then used his collected textures to create new drawings that resemble fantastical creatures. The goal of this activity is to teach students to identify the relationship between texture and mark marking. We would also like for students to learn new ways to develop interesting drawings and collage works.

A Summer of Art! Summer Art Programming at the National Gallery

FREE ADMISSION! This programme is kindly sponsored by the Rotary Club of Grand Cayman.

Tuesday & Thursday Afternoons • 4 July to 17 August, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Special Pop-up Kids Cine Club Events, 20 July & 17 August, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. (Please note that for CineClub children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.) Classes are limited to 20 Students (First-come basis – Early bird catches the worm!) The Summer of Art Programme is open to individual children (6-12 years) and families. No large groups please.

Artwork by: Max Ernest