I Modinnari is a tradition that many communities have adopted to honor an Italian tradition that began way back in the 16th century. Once upon a time itinerant artists commissioned for bigger works, would, at the close of the project, create a related work of art in tempera on the pavement.
For many years this was a tradition with my children, and later with my students. These two are perfect examples for fall. The copy below, after René Magritte’s Listening Room, was created on our driveway during COVID. The above image after inspired by Paul Cézanne’s Apples but re-imagined to fit into a particular space.
You can I Modinnari too!
Here’s How:
- Use a white, water-based tempera paint, to cover the space you will be using to create your art.
- Choose an image to copy. Apples are obviously recommended!
- Using a collection of chalk pastels, begin drawing and layering up colors. Begin with light colors and add darks last!
~Kimberly