Discussion Questions
What’s going on in this painting? How can you tell?
Who are these people?
Who is the guy in front? What is his role in the painting?
What is strange about this painting?
Why do you think the artist used the older version of George Washington’s head instead of a child’s head?
What shape is repeated throughout the painting? Why do you think the artist
repeated that shape?
How does the artist use line and color to draw attention to George Washington?
Which area of the painting is emphasized by the artist?
What choices does the artist make to create emphasis?