As part of the Smithsonian Art Museum's database of artists, Anne Ryan is described here along with information on her contributions to art through collages, which she was inspired to make after viewing the work of Kurt Schwitters.

Analysis of a collage by Romare Bearden comments on its influences, both European and African.

Ancient Egypt collage

This site from Artlex is a wonderful site that guides students through the making of a relief sculpture after a brief history lesson. There are images from the 15th and 19th centuries and two lessons for the students. Follow the rubric!

This lesson plan is based on the "America Responds" series where students explore the concepts of valuing diversity and appreciation of cultural differences. An integrated art, social studies, and language arts lesson plan that is...

Here is an art idea for young students returning to school after summer break. Website provides ideas for making unique collages conveying any theme.

Site provides not only a biography of this great African-American artist, but many beautiful images of his work. At this site you can use "Bearden in the Classroom," for teaching ideas across grade levels. A great place to explore!

This art activity looks at the work of Robert Rauschenberg for inspiration. Students design a meaningful collage that is full of symbolism.

In this lesson from "The Friends of Auntie Litter", (www.auntielitter.org), recycling and uses of recycled materials will be explored. Students will also create a recycling collage. This lesson is one from the "Take Pride Statewide"...

This 4-day lesson plan asks students to explore artistic points of view, explore the elements and principals that contribute to mood, and discuss social themes that were prevalent during the Harlem Renaissance. The 4-day process involves...

Whether you are familiar with his paintings or his photograph collages you are sure to enjoy seeing them here on his official website. Many colorful images and an illustrated biography make this a place to visit if you want to learn more...

Kindergarten students at the College School in St. Louis, Missouri, created this over-sized poster of individual student self-portraits. The portraits were part of an investigation of the students in the class- their similarities and...

A collage of Shakespeare's portraits.

A photo of several Jean Arp Sculptures. Good example of Dada art.

Got Trash? Who doesn't? You can turn it to treasure by using the Trash Matcher. Click on the type of trash you have to find directions for fun projects that will use up your recyclables.

This site provides access to 29 images of work by American artist Jasper Johns. Popup ads must be exited before you can see the image.

A lengthy profile of artist Benny Andrews lists his career achievements and contains a discussion of his styles and techniques used in painting.

This short encyclopedia article tells about Romare Bearden, a prolific African American artist and author. Links to other websites for more information.