Explore the colorful, crazy world of American artist Jackson Pollock. Learn about the artist, see his work, and try his style out for yourself!
Explore the colorful, crazy world of American artist Jackson Pollock. Known as "Action Jackson" because of the movement and emotion he expressed in his paintings, Pollock didn't paint like a normal artist- he dribbled and splattered paint to make his large murals. Once you see his famous modern art, try his style out for yourself!
Children who would like to try making art like Jackson Pollock should gather some of the following supplies before the program – no need to purchase any, just use whatever you have at home:
White, unlined paper, the bigger the better
Paints, food coloring, colored markers
Paintbrush, Q-tips
Spoon, sieve, hand egg beater, toothbrush, and any other equipment that can be used with paint to dribble or splatter
Plastic tablecloth or other protection for table
REGISTERED PROGRAM via Zoom Please register children only. Registration opens 10 a.m. April 20. This program is being held on Zoom, an online meeting resource. You will receive an email confirmation 1 day prior to the event with instructions on how to log into Zoom.
If you have questions about the program, please contact Diane Trinkleback- dtrinkleback@cooklib.org.
If you have any questions or need assistance logging into the program, please call the Cook Park Children’s Department at 847-362-2330, ext. 1304.
NEW TO ZOOM INFO: Please ensure that you have provided a valid email address when registering. An internet connection is required. When you click on the link in the email, you will be asked to open the Zoom application, which is free. You will want to download the app at https://www.zoom.us prior to the program start time.
When you first log into the program, you will be admitted to a waiting room; all participants will be admitted to the program a few minutes before the start time. All participants will be muted during the session.
AGE GROUP: | Kids (grades K-5) |
EVENT TYPE: | Story Times & Early Childhood | Crafting & Maker |
TAGS: | Virtual |