Object Lesson: Breath by Lee Krasner
“I never violate my inner rhythm. I loathe to force anything… I listen to it and I stay with it. I have always been this way. I have regards for… Read More
NOMA’s Mini Masters program prepares and delivers at-home activity kits
Mini Masters is a collaborative arts integration program for pre-kindergarten students featuring works of art from the New Orleans Museum of Art. Mini Masters encourages students to develop higher order… Read More
Q&A: Umana Nnochiri discusses Nigerian akwanshi-inspired batik patterns
Umana Nnochiri is a textile artist and art educator at the Cross Rivers University of Technology in southeastern Nigeria. She adapts motifs from akwanshi (stone sculpture) of the Ejagham people… Read More
Suggested Reading List: Reflection and Self-Care
NOMA’s Learning and Engagement staff suggests the following books related to themes of process and materials in art. In partnership with Octavia Books, links are provided to purchase these titles… Read More
Art-Making Activity: Breathing Wands
Create your own breathing wand—a fun tool to help you take three deep breaths developed by community partner Project Peaceful Warriors. Materials Pipe cleaner Feather Beads Make Take your pipe… Read More
Art-Making Activity: Mixed Mood/Media Self Portraits
Artists utilize color to create expression in works of art. Artist Joan Miró painted this abstract image of a “young girl” using organic shapes and a range of bold colors…. Read More