Studio Practices

Abstract Landscapes Inspired by Alma Thomas

Lindsey McGinnis | February 22, 2024

Join Joel Scholten and use a grid system to create an abstract version of a realistic landscape image using paint. This activity is a great tie-in to artist Alma Thomas and can be adapted to use with other materials! Watch for tips on how to implement a lesson like this one in your art room. Check out FLEX Curriculum and discover more landscape artists.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Lindsey McGinnis

Lindsey McGinnis is AOE’s Media Content Manager and a former high school art educator. She is passionate about equipping art teachers to be successful in their classrooms and firmly believes that art is the best place for students to explore and process the challenging topics and concepts around them.

Abstract Landscapes Inspired by Alma Thomas

Lindsey McGinnis

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