Romare Bearden

Let's Walk the Block is a very interesting website. I like how he incorporates different aspects of Harlem into his page such as the artwork and jazz. Romare Bearden's artwork is very unique. The colors are bright and bring you in. I also like how he uses the same types of geometric shapes throughout but still makes every building different. He uses a real place but then uses his imagination to shape it. He puts his feelings and thoughts into his work. When one first sees his work they may think that the events in the picture really happened, but after browsing the website I found out that it was his imagination. When I was reading about his artwork I couldn't believe it was almost the size of a bus! I would love to see it in person. The website incorperates Bearden's life, inspirations, and how he creates his work. I liked the guided tour which explored the website. I also like how he has an educational tool on his website for young kids and older kids which parents and teachers can use. Works of art like his can be fun in a classroom- maybe have students draw their street and use their imagination to add to it.