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6th grade drawing of Greek goddess Artemis created using black and red oil pastels on paper and then attached to tin can
Artemis
Black and red oil pastels, and color pencils on paper attached to tin can
3 in H x 2 ½ in C
2011

6th grade students were studying about ancient Greek and Roman history in Social Study class and reading Greek myths.
Students explored the symbols used in Greek vase paintings, and sculptures to show identity.
Each student chose one Greek or Roman god or goddess that they identified with and designed and created drawing to attach to can.