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Alma Thomas Inspired Paintings

Inspire creativity as students explore the colorful world of Alma Thomas and learn about the Color Field painting movement.

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About this lesson

Inspire creativity as students explore the colorful world of Alma Thomas and learn about the Color Field painting movement. In this vibrant lesson, learners examine how Thomas used bold colors, patterns, and repetition to express emotion through abstract design. Students then try out line weight and brush techniques to create their own inspired Color Field paintings. The process encourages joyful exploration of color, art history, and self-expression—all in one engaging, hands-on activity!

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Introduce the challenge

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Explore possibilities

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Create

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Improve & share

At a glance

Grades
Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade
Subject
Art
Theme
Historical/Cultural
Formats
Digital Lesson, Mini Lesson
Standards
NGSS-aligned, cross-curricular STEAM
File type
PDF (print or project)

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Student workReal student work from Alma Thomas Inspired Paintings
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What’s in the Digital Lesson

  • Step-by-step facilitator guide
  • Learning objectives + suggested time breakdown
  • Materials list (common classroom supplies)
  • Student challenge brief + student pages
  • NGSS / STEAM standards alignment
  • Instant PDF download. Print or project

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