Brushstrokes of the Artist ™ - Review
December 16th, 2003
"Wow," were the first words that came from the kids upon seeing the Brushstrokes Kit. The response was immediate when the children entered the workshop. They were amazed. They had the opportunity to see the large image of the painting and handle the smaller detailed images up close. The kit is very valuable in giving instructors ideas about how to discuss the artwork and how we could achieve the same effects in the classroom. For instance, the children thought the detailed image of Van Gogh's painting looked like cake frosting so they were more comfortable experimenting with the medium. The children were excited trying to emulate the different styles.

This kit can bring new ideas to instructors in how they can approach the spirit of art in new and innovative ways. It can be used with a wide range of ages. While younger children see color, texture and themes, older students can use the kit to study the history of the artist and their movements as well. This material helps students appreciate and emulate the fine arts and creates new venues in the process of learning and understanding art.

Every teacher should be fortunate enough to have this kit in their classroom.

Armando Rivera, International artist/Instructor Freedom Studio Orlando, Florida

Note:
This art kit "Brushstrokes of the Artist ™" has been taken to jails, camps, galleries and other locations to numerous to mention by Armando Rivera, where he has instructed classes using "Brushstrokes of the Artist ™" (which is Trademarked under Art Education) and was asked to give an overall feeling of all ages of people who experienced Brushstrokes and his conclusions from an artist/instructors point of view. His conclusions were always the same: people were left with a feeling of a happy contentment from inside themselves, as Brushstrokes of the Artist ™ inspired their imagination and creativity!

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