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Light in Art

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Third graders investigate the effect of light and dark on the art viewer's perceptions and emotions. They consider black and white illustrations along with paintings by Rembrandt and Vermeer. They conduct experiments with light and write compositions.

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rembrandt harmenszoon van rijn

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3rd
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Visual & Performing Arts
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Duration
3 days
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