3rd grade students learned about Found Object Art. We explored the artwork of Purvis Young, who's work is being exhibited at the JCMOMA in Jefferson City, MO. Young was an American artist who spent most of his life unhoused. He utilized Found Object art to create art that told of his lived experience.
Students utilized different recycled materials, as well as materials from home, to create original artwork. Materials used included a range of objects: charging cords, plastic "take out" containers, fabrics, soda cans, tissue boxes, cotton balls...the list goes on!
Students were also able to enter their Found Object artwork in the JCMOMA contest. They named their artwork and wrote an Artist Statement about their piece which described their process and passion behind the work.
Check out some of our creations below:
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