2. Joan Miro

3. Joan Miro’s paintings are examples of abstract art
Joan Miro’s paintings are examples of abstract art. His paintings show us things that we would not see in real life. Instead, he uses shapes and colors to express his emotions and ideas.

4. Joan Miro often uses shapes that we recognize like squares or circles
Joan Miro often uses shapes that we recognize like squares or circles. What kinds of shapes do you recognize in this painting?

5. Today we will be creating our own abstract paintings using line, shape and color! Let’s get started!!!

6. Watercolor paints and paintbrushes
Joan Miro Lesson Plan
Objective :
Students will use what they know about Joan Miro’s abstract art to create their own abstract “people” using line, shape and color.
Materials Needed:
Heavy white drawing paper or watercolor paper (any size – we used 9 x 12)
Pencils
Sharpie Markers
Watercolor paints and paintbrushes
Cups with water