START WITH ART: The Lacemaker

Good morning! We begin each day by examining a piece of art from history. Today’s artwork is pictured below. Take a look, then read the questions to the students/children in your life and watch how starting the day with art can ignite creativity and critical thinking!

Title: The Lacemaker

Artist: Johannes Vermeer

Date: 1669–1670

Medium: Oil on canvas

Dimensions: 24.5 x 21 cm

Start with Art Questions:

• What do you think the girl is making with the lace?

• How many different objects can you find in the painting?

• If you were the girl in the painting, what would you be thinking about?