Thomas Eakins: Scenes From Modern Life Lesson 2: Studies in Motion

Kids consider how the body functions and moves, how each structure has a specific movement and purpose. They apply that idea as they construct a sculptural piece that moves. For inspiration they look to the work of Alexander Calder,...

Students research Eakins' teaching methods. They incorporate research to prepare and present a verbal argument. They understand and articulate a perspective and develop their own opinion.

Find four lesson plans developed for the PBS documentary "Thomas Eakins: Scenes from Modern Life" about the life and work of the man who would become known as the ?American Rembrandt.? The lessons touch on all the essential qualities of...

Analysis of an Eakins work in watercolor on one of the artist's favorite themes: athletes in motion.

From creating simple flip books to watching Saturday morning cartoons, we have all experienced the magic of animation. But how is it that a series of still images can be brought to life? It all has to do with the speed at which our brain...

Thomas Eakins' most well-known and ambitious work is "The Gross Clinic" which spotlights a local physician. View pictures and read the backstory and criticism of this painting in this essay.

Thomas Eakins' "Champion Single Sculls" was his first major success by demonstrating his remarkable technical skill. View pictures of this tranquil scene and read the backstory of this painting.

A full gallery of Eakin's work, as well as a brief biography. The links at the bottom provide more information.

Engage your class by showing them how silly putty and human tissues are alike. Pupils learn more about tissue mechanics by reflecting upon their experiences with silly putty. The lesson covers   collagen, elastin, and...