Chicago Public Art Tour

Last week I was visiting friends in Chicago and decided to check out some of the city's public sculptures.  I researched online where I could find sculptures by some of the world's most famous artists.  I made a list, mapped out the addresses online and made plans to walk around the city Wednesday afternoon.

Originally, I was just going to take pictures to share in my classroom.  I decided to instead pack my video camera and try to produce a virtual tour of the city.

Several years ago I went to college and earned a degree in broadcasting.  Then I made the decision to follow my passion for art and become a teacher.  I really enjoyed capturing these sculptures on video, and creating a new experience for my students.

First graders study sculpture in the spring, and we spend time talking about local sculptures in Oregon.  Students look at pictures, visit a sculpture, and apply an artist's concept to create their own unique sculpture.  We compare local sculptures with sculptures from around the world.  I hope this video will tie in well with our sculpture unit.

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