Art Appreciation
This video of Ben Quilty winning the Archibald Prize and then speaking about his decision to paint Margaret Olley is a great resource for teachers when looking at Art Appreciation. Quilty gives an insight into why he painted Margaret Olley. This may inspire children to create their own artwork. It also allows students to have a deeper understanding of the painting.
Studying this painting of Margaret Olley with the students in your classroom would be quite worthwhile as they most likely have a role model or person who has a large impact on their lives. Click on the link below to download an Art Appreciation lesson plan for a primary class.
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