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Explore the captivating art and artists of the Renaissance, known for their innovative use of perspective, creating realistic paintings with shadows and soft colors. Learn about iconic masterpieces by esteemed painters like Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci. Uncover the stories behind renowned works such as the Sistine Chapel and the Mona Lisa. Discover the genius of Da Vinci through his diverse inventions and artistic creations, from flying machines to humanoid robots.
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Essential Question Describe the art and name the artists of the Renaissance.
Renaissance Art Used the technique of perspective. Objects “in back” are smaller, “in front” are larger. Shadows and soft colors make the paintings more realistic.
Brain Snack . . . .
Textbook Attack! Use the index to find Definition Chapter Heading For the following term: Perspective
First sculpture done at age 15! Known for the David, Moses and Pieta Did not want to be a painter, only wanted to sculpt. The first true superstar artist. Still one of the best painters in history.
The Sistine Chapel This is a painting on the ceiling of a church. It took over 4 years to finish. Michelangelo didn’t want to do it but was forced by the Pope It wasn’t easy!
Leonardo da Vinci “History’s first modern man”
And now ladies and gentlemen it’s time for America’s hottest new game show!
Leonardon't Leonardo! -OR-
Rules I will show you a picture or description of something. Tell me if you think it was invented or planned by Da Vinci or not. Remember, Da Vinci lived in the early 1500s!
Leonardo! The Mona Lisa
The Mona Lisa • Arguably the most famous painting in history. • Respecting for its lifelike appearance and use of shading • Also for the mystery of the women’s smile
Timeout! Look at the following picture. Why do you think it is considered such a great painting?
Leonardon't The Happy Face
Leonardo! Horseless Carriage (AKA: Car)
Leonardo! Parachute
Leonardo! Hang Glider
Leonardo! Helicopter
Leonardon't Aircraft Carrier
Flight -Leo was very interested in flight. -He made many careful drawings of birds flying. -He designed many types of possible flying machines, including one like a helicopter.
Leonardon't Light Bulb
Leonardo! Scuba Gear
Leonardo! Machine Guns
Leonardo! Tank
Weapons Leo hated war That didn’t stop him from designing new weapons. He designed rapid-fire cannons Also designed a tank and a chariot with blades to chop off legs.
Leonardo! Humanoid Robot
The Scientist -Studied the human body to make art lifelike. He even examined dead bodies. -His sketches of bones and organs were used in medical schools for 100s of years. -Even imagined creating a human out of gears and pulleys (a robot!)
Brain Snack . . . .
brain web Key People of the Renaissance