Exploring the Ballet Russe: Drawing with Matisse and Picasso

Exploring the Ballet Russe: Drawing with Matisse and Picasso

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to understand the influence of the Ballet Russe, Matisse, and Picasso on drawing and create quick gesture drawings inspired by their work.

What do you already know about the Ballet Russe, Matisse, and Picasso?

The Ballet Russe

The Ballet Russe was a renowned ballet company that inspired many artists with its vibrant performances and costumes.

Matisse and Picasso

Matisse and Picasso were influential artists who were inspired by the Ballet Russe, incorporating its themes and movements into their artworks.

Artistic Influence

The Ballet Russe and these artists revolutionized the way movement and emotion were depicted in art, particularly in drawing.

Quick Gesture Drawing

Practice quick gesture drawing to capture the dynamic movement and energy of ballet using simple, fluid lines.

Inspiring Images

Explore images of ballet performances, Matisse and Picasso's artworks, and other artists influenced by the Ballet Russe for drawing inspiration.

Creating Gesture Drawings

Students will create their own quick gesture drawings, experimenting with different poses and dynamics inspired by the Ballet Russe and the artists' works.

Sharing and Reflection

Students will share their gesture drawings and reflect on how the Ballet Russe, Matisse, and Picasso influenced their artistic approach.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.