This drawing I pulled from my associates degree portfolio. In the eyes of anyone except for the child who drew this, the picture may look like lines, a few different letters and numbers, scribbles, etc. I had the opportunity of being there when this picture was drawn. This picture of the drawing is a copy of a child's original artwork in black and white. I made a note stating that she used the colors pink, brown, and black. When the child was done drawing the picture I made this statement to the child; "Tell me about your picture." The child responded by saying "This is a picture of Mommy a long long time ago in Egypt".
I have many pictures like this that children have given me. I feel it is important in my role to make a simple statement to a child "Tell me about your picture" I do this rather than stating what I might see, because I am not the artist. The child who drew this picture drew it with a purpose and after she told me what she drew I could have carried endless conversations with her. We could have talked about Egypt, Mommy, or how long a long time really is.
So, why did I choose this picture? I chose it because it shows the endless opportunities for a child to learn from their very own artwork.
Hi Lisa
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Yes, I agree a child may think he / she just drew some lines in that drawing. As I
ReplyDeleteviewed the drawing there the alphabet B, numbers 2, 5, 1, 3 and 7.
This child was very creative. I learn some children drawings demonstrate sadness,
stressful environment such as abuse.
Exactly! Your outside perspective explains perfectly what I meant. This child had so much more to tell about her picture than the letters and numbers that we as adults can see. I am so glad you are able to see that the drawing has so much more meaning. It is good to have a child tell you what they are drawing, rather than you telling them what they drew.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love when children draw pictures that might look like random lines and actually have a meaningful story behind them. Teaching art twice in summer programs is initially what inspired me to explore this field, so thank you for sharing this picture it made me smile!
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Sherria