In the mind of an artist
How do artists find inspiration? What are they expressing through their creations? How has their work changed over time?
As they peruse international modern and contemporary works, students learn about the artists’ different processes and methods.
Information
In-person
The class goes to the Museum.
| Duration | Cost |
| 120 min | $280/class* |
* Subject to change
Reservations
514-285-2000
Raise students’ awareness about
Artistic inspiration and experimentation Stylization and abstraction The creative process
Creative activity
Creation of an expressive work (in ink and pastel)
Activities
Arts education: drawing on one’s imagination
15 min
Cadavre exquis
Cadavre exquis (or exquisite corpse) is a group game that was invented by the Surrealists to generate new creative possibilities. Here’s an easy way to create figures that is in keeping with that Surrealist practice. Divide the class into three groups: one will draw heads, another torsos and arms, and the remaining one legs. Then, pool the various parts to come up with some very zany figures. Hold a vote to choose the funniest.
To delve further into this topic
We invite you to go to the EducArt platform to watch a short video in which photographer Claire Beaugrand-Champagne speaks about her approach.
Planning your visit
Entrance
The group entrance is located at 2075 Bishop Street.
School bus
If you are coming by school bus, allow extra time for potential traffic congestion.
Métro station
The Museum is a 5-minute walk from the Guy-Concordia Métro station (Guy exit).
Allow sufficient time
Allow approximately 30 minutes for students to be greeted at the entrance, to go to the cloakroom and washroom, and to be divided into groups.
Subgroups
To facilitate movement through the galleries and ensure that everyone gets a good view of the works, each class will be divided into two subgroups composed of a maximum of 15 students (11 for preschool groups). The class will regroup afterward in the workshop, if applicable.
