Summary
Mati and her magical sidekick Dada travel back in time to meet J.M.W. Turner and discover stormy skies and seas painted in glowing, misty color. Together they explore his dramatic seascapes and sunsets and learn about England in the 1800s. A gentle, funny introduction to a great artist for young viewers.
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All ages
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Teaching resources
Discussion questions
Watch how Mati and Dada meet J.M.W. Turner, then talk it over:
- What kind of art did J.M.W. Turner make, and what made it stand out?
- What did you notice about J.M.W. Turner's style — the colors, shapes, or lines they used?
- How did living in England in the 1800s shape the art J.M.W. Turner made?
- Which work by J.M.W. Turner would you most want to see in real life? Why?
Quick work-a-long
Words to know: landscape, atmosphere, watercolor
Try it: paint a sky at sunset or in a storm, blending the colors softly together. Then share one choice you made that J.M.W. Turner might have liked.