Famous Artist Series: Claude Lorrain’s "View of La Crescenza" (1649) — Art Exploration for Grades K–2 
Step into the golden glow of the 1600s with this early elementary art lesson inspired by Claude Lorrain’s peaceful landscape, View of La Crescenza. Part of our Famous Artist Series for Early Learners, this project is designed for Grades K–2, with easy adaptations available for older students.
 
Students will:
✅ Explore and discuss the elements of a classical landscape
✅ Respond to 15 thoughtful, age-appropriate questions focused on observation, imagination, and interpretation
✅ Create their own Medieval layered landscape using simple materials and guided steps
 
This resource includes:
• Step-by-step project instructions with a clear materials list, emphasis and vocabulary words
• A large, high-quality image of Lorrain’s painting for print or digital use
• Real student artwork samples to inspire creativity