Introduction to Painting

Imagine exploring the outdoors with your friends and encountering the image you see below. Upon further discussion with archaeological authorities, you discover that it was created in prehistoric times. This is actually how it happened! Four friends and a dog were exploring caves in France and came across paintings created thousands of years ago.

From cave painting to action painting, this art form has spanned the centuries, telling stories and providing a vehicle for creative expression. Continue on with this lesson to learn more about the tools and various painting media.