Pablo Picasso

Did you know that when Pablo was baptized, he was named after various saints and relatives? His full name is: Pablo Diego José Francisco de Paula Juan Nepomuceno María de los Remedios Cipriano de la Santísima Trinidad Martyr Patricio Clito Ruíz y Picasso! Wow! That's a mouthful!  

Pablo painted using different styles throughout his career. His art has been put into categories according to the styles he used. First is the Blue Period from 1901-1904 where he used mainly blues and greens like this painting called "Old Guitarist". How does this painting make you feel? 

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The Rose Period was from 1905-1907 where he used reds, oranges and pinks like in this painting called "Woman with Loaves".  How is this painting different from the first one?

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The African-Influenced Period was from 1908-1909. Here is a painting called "Brick Factory at Tortosa" Can you see the the African Influence in this painting?

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His Cubism period was from 1909-1919 and is probably his most recognized period. Why do you think this period is called Cubism?

Which period do you like best? Why? For Pablo's birthday we would love for you to create your own art work and email it to us so we can display it on our website! You can use one of the styles Picasso used or create something totally different and unique, it's up to you! All we need is a picture of the artwork with your first name and age! We are so excited to see what you create!!

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Picasso facts:

http://mrnussbaum.com/pablo-picasso/

http://www.mykidsart.com.au/Pablo_Picasso_Famous_Artists_My_Kids_Art.html