04/06/2026
🎨 Group B: Channelling Emotion – Edvard Munch’s "The Scream" 😱
This week, Group B stepped into the world of Expressionism! We explored one of the most famous and emotional paintings in history, Edvard Munch’s "The Scream," and learned how art can be used to capture how we feel rather than just what we see.
Expressive Lines: We studied how Munch used swirling, wavy lines in the sky and the bridge to show anxiety and intensity. The students practised creating their own "moody" landscapes, using long, rhythmic strokes to make the environment feel like it was moving.
Oil Pastel Mastery: To get that signature bold look, we used oil pastels. These are perfect for this project because they are so creamy and blendable. Students learned how to layer colours to create deep, dramatic shadows and bright, jarring highlights.
Colour Psychology: We talked about how colours can change the mood of a drawing. By using contrasting colours side-by-side, the students learned how to make their art feel "loud" and impactful, just like Munch’s original masterpiece.
💡 Fun Art Fact!
The red, wavy sky in The Scream might actually be based on a real-life event! Historians believe Munch was inspired by a volcanic eruption in 1883 that put so much dust into the atmosphere that sunsets around the world turned a deep, fiery red for months. It wasn't just his imagination—it was a real, dramatic sky!
