1. Art in Ancient Greece Study of Paintings, Sculptures, and Mosaics

2. Paintings  Think Break…  What do you know about painting from home or art class?  Why might the Ancient Greeks have painted?

3. Panel Painting

4. Panel Paintings  Painted on wooden boards using wax and tempora  Usually depicted scenes and people (still- life)  Artists valued realistic paintings  Usually displayed in public places  With an elbow partner share -- Why do you think that the Greeks made these panel paintings?

5. Sculptures

6. Sculptures  People often sculpted vases, bowls, or other useful items  Sculptures were also made of important people  Many times the sculptures were painted.

7. Mosaics

8. Mosaics  Mosaics were made of tiny stones or glass  They often depicted animals or other sacred things  Mosaics were often found inside buildings as decorations as floor tiles or wall tiles

9. Where Can We See These Today??  Can you think of where we see paintings, sculptures, and mosaics today?  Paintings- Realistic portraits (paintings of people)  Sculptures- Statues  Mosaics- Tile work in your house

10. Project Time!  Choose your art project (Painting, Mosaic, or Sculpture)  Your project should be Greek inspired! Remember why the Greeks made their art, and who or what their subjects were.  When you finish your project, write a paragraph about your art.  Why did the Greeks make this artwork?  What type is it?  Who or what is your subject?  Why did you pick this project?  Use good descriptive words!