March Mystery Artist

Mystery Artist Facts:

I was born in 1948, in Kingsville Texas.

I am an American Artist and Illustrator.

I was inspired and influenced by my mother, a self taught artist.

I am well known for my paintings, offrendas, and papel picado inspired by my Mexican heritage.

Submit your guess in the envelope at school or in the comments section below! 

* Include your first name, last initial, and class code ONLY for online guesses (ex. George S., 5Ha)

February Mystery Artist

This month Mystery Artist celebrates Black History Month!

Mystery Artist Facts:

I am an American illustrator, born in 1939 in Philadelphia.

I struggled with dyslexia as a child, and my artistic skills caught the attention of my teachers and peers.

My illustrative work often incorporates African American motifs.

I was the first African American recipient of the Caldecott Medal for my illustrative retelling of Asoep's Fable, The Lion and The Mouse.

Submit your guess in the envelope at school or in the comments section below! 

* Include your first name, last initial, and class code ONLY for online guesses (ex. George S., 5Ha)

January Mystery Artist

Need something to keep you busy during these freezing January days? 

Research and guess this month's mystery artist!

Mystery Artist Facts:

I am a British Painter born in 1931.

I am one of the foremost op art artists.

My style developed in the 1930's when I started painting black and white works.

In addition to my paintings, I have also created many murals for 

major art museums and British hospitals. 

Submit your guess in the envelope at school or in the comments section below! 

* Include your first name, last initial, and class code ONLY for online guesses (ex. George S., 5Ha)

December Mystery Artist

December Mystery Artist Facts:

I am a Japanese Contemporary Artist.
I work in painting, sculpture, fashion, merchandise, and animation.
I developed the term "superflat" to describe my style which flattens forms in art.
I currently have a show on display at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.

November Mystery Artist!

We had so much excitement over October's Mystery Artist: Tim Burton.  

November's artist is a little trickier.  It's going to take some research! 

November Mystery Artist Facts:

I was a Southern African American artist who lived from 1940-2015

My work included drawings, paintings, sculpture, prints, and photos.

My work displayed themes in Southern Architecture, 

specifically dwellings for the poor such as "Shacks".

I used tools common to self-taught artists, such as found objects and texts. 

 

Submit your guess in the envelope at school or in the comments section below! 

* Include your first name, last initial, and class code ONLY for online guesses (ex. George S., 5Ha)

October Mystery Artist

October Mystery Artist

I have a special mystery artist this month, perfect for October.
I wonder how many students will know who it is without looking it up!

I was born in 1958

I am an American film director, producer, artist, writer, and animator

I am known for my dark, gothic, and quirky fantasy films.

Some of my most famous works are Nightmare Before Christmas, Corpse Bride, and Frankenweenie.

Submit your guess in the envelope at school or in the comments section below! 

* Include your first name, last initial, and class code ONLY for online guesses (ex. George S., 5Ha)

Mystery Artist is Back!

Each month I hold a "mystery artist" contest at Howe Manning.  
To learn more about how it all works click here!

September Mystery Artist Facts

I'm an artist and illustrator from Ipswich, MA

I have written and illustrated over 80 children's books.

I have received many awards including a Caldecott medal and a Caldecott honor.

My books have been teaching children to draw since 1961 when I published my first book.

Submit your guess in the envelope at school or in the comments section below! 

* Include your first name, last initial, and class code ONLY for online guesses (ex. George S., 5Ha)

March Mystery Arist

March Mystery Artist Facts

I was a French Artist, known primarily for my paintings.

I lived from 1869 - 1954.

My work showed mastery over expressive color and drawing.

My late life work featured paper cut outs, collage, and decoupage from my wheelchair.

  

Submit your guess in the envelope at school or in the comments section below! 

* Include your first name, last initial, and class code ONLY for online guesses (ex. George S., 5Ha)

February Mystery Artist

I'm back to posting the mystery artist facts on the blog today!

Here's our artist for February.

Happy guessing and "may the odds be ever in your favor"!

Mystery Artist Facts

1. I am a contemporary African American Artist born in 1924

2. I am a printmaker and painter.

3. I was the founder of the International Review of African American Art.

4. I have 4 degrees, made 5 films, published 7 books, and have a large body of renowned artwork.

Submit your guess in the envelope at school or in the comments section below! 

* Include your first name, last initial, and class code ONLY for online guesses (ex. George S., 5Ha)

November Mystery Artist

Mystery Artist Facts

I am known by two names.

I was a renowned Native American basket weaver.

I was a member of the Washoe people of Northwest Nevada.

I primarily used willow in the construction of my baskets.

Submit your guess in the envelope at school or in the comments section below! 

* Include your first name, last initial, and class code ONLY for online guesses (ex. George S., 5Ha)

October Mystery Artist

Hi Everyone, we have a special Halloween themed 

mystery artist for you this month. 

Enjoy!

Mystery Artist Facts

1. I lived from 1852 - 1913
2. I was a Mexican printmaker and engraver.
3. I used skulls, calaveras, and skeletons to make political and cultural comments on my country and the world.
4. I am best known for my calaveras (skulls) works, which often appear in costume.

Submit your guess in the envelope at school or in the comments section below! 

* Include your first name, last initial, and class code ONLY for online guesses (ex. George S., 5Ha)

September Mystery Artist

Mystery Artist Facts:

1. I am an author and illustrator of children’s books.

2. I am best known for my children’s books about “authentic learning, creativity and self-expression”.

3. One of my books has been published in over twenty languages, as well as in Braille, and sparked an international movement.

4. I have also created two award winning short films.

Submit your guess in the envelope at school or in the comments section below! 

* Include your first name, last initial, and class code ONLY for online guesses

(ex. George S., 5Ha)

Mystery Artist is Back!

It's Mystery Artist Time

Each month we will feature a different mystery artist.  Students can research and discuss who the artist is with friends and family.  Guesses can be entered on the mystery artist board or by entering a guess online in the comments section below each mystery artist post. A monthly winner be selected from all correct guesses.  Read more about it below!

May Mystery Artist

Last month I received two mystery artist guesses through my blog! How fun!  

This prompted me to decide to accept more guesses through the blog.  

So here's how it will work: post your guess and name in the comments section of this blog post.  At the end of the month I will publish all of the guesses and include those in my monthly contest. For a special bonus, I will allow your guess to count as 2 if you submit a written one and a blog posted one! Good Luck!!

May Mystery Artist Facts:

I lived from September 23, 1899 – April 17, 1988.

I was a Russian born, American sculptor.

I am most know for my monochromatic wooden wall pieces and out door sculptures.

“About what black…the illusion of black means to me: I don’t think I chose it for black. I think it chose me for saying something. You see, it says more for me than anything else. In the academic world, they used to say black and white were no colors, but I’m twisting that to tell you that for me it is the total color. It means totality. It means: contains all.”