Lesson Planning

Learn about the history of art in Europe and West Africa, and how the appearance of looted Benin art in Europe and America influenced western artists. Make a self-portrait in the style of one of the artists.

Teaching Outcomes:

• To learn about European and West African art.
• To learn about how West African art influenced European art.

Children will:

• Explain how European artists were influenced by African art.
• Research and identify the African art that influenced the European artists.
• Make a piece of art influenced by African art.