Thank you for joining us! In this class, you explored Edvard Munch’s The Scream and created your own interpretation while experimenting with color, line, movement, and emotion.

Key Takeaways and Next Steps

Use the Original as Inspiration

Start with recognizable elements from The Scream, such as the central figure, bridge, landscape, and sky, but don’t feel like you need to copy them exactly. Your version can be funny, peaceful, colorful, abstract, or completely unexpected.

Build the Composition With Simple Shapes

Lightly sketch the main figure first, then add the bridge, railings, background, and any additional figures you want. If you include perspective, objects farther away should appear smaller.

Think About How Art Can Show Emotion

Munch used color, line, shape, movement, and distortion to communicate feelings instead of simply painting what something looked like. Think about the mood you want your artwork to express and choose your colors and marks accordingly.

Use Lines to Create Movement

Notice how the curved figure, sky, water, and landscape in The Scream seem to echo one another, while the bridge and background figures stay straighter and more rigid. Try using different kinds of lines to create contrast and movement in your own piece.

Experiment With Your Materials

You can use watercolor, mixed media, markers, or another medium you enjoy. Try different colors, textures, brushstrokes, or outlines rather than worrying about making your work look exactly like Munch’s.

Focus on What You Feel, Not Just What You See

The goal is to create a personal interpretation. Use the artwork as a starting point, then let your own ideas and emotions guide the finished piece.