Looking At: Bears in Art

 

A Guide for
Looking at Art

Activities

 

Exploring the Bear's Mysterious Grace

People have known the power of the bear for thousands of years. Over the centuries, this knowledge has found expression in many forms, including art.

A work of art about bears is a fascinating topic for discussion because it provides entry into the mind of the maker as well as into the world of bears. The works of art included here reflect a variety of perspectives, and tell us much about the relationship between humans and bears, across cultures and over time.

In these activities we invite you to view the natural world of the bear in a spirit of creativity, with humour and with grace, and to explore the mysteries of the bear that have always fascinated us.

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