18.07.2026. 11.30
Latvian National Museum of Art

Me and Art II (ages 10–adults):
Plein-air landscape after Teodors Ūders

In this Saturday's lesson, we will continue to explore the diverse possibilities of depicting landscapes.

Teodors Ūders (1968–1915) differed from other Baltic artists of his time in his vision. He depicted simple working people and symbolic characters in existential and dramatic situations, believing that art was often too sophisticated. Ūders felt that life had a much simpler and stronger energy. This is clearly visible in his expressive charcoal drawings. Ūders called his method real symbolism.

After getting acquainted with the artist's works at the exhibition "Embodied Thought", we will go to the park near the museum and choose a motif. In the drawing with black oil pastel, we will dramatize both the rhythms and contrasts of the landscape to achieve a slightly mysterious and ominous expression.

What to bring: black oil pastel

The class will be led by museum educator and artist Baiba Sprance

Additional information

  • In good weather conditions, the class will take place outside at the museum or in the Class Room, on the 1st floor.
  • Gathering for the class in the lobby on the 2nd floor near the Information Point.
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Accessibility of the event

  • The meeting point on the 2nd floor can be reached using stairs or an elevator.
  • The event venue can be reached using stairs or an elevator.
  • The event is accessible to people with mobility impairments.
  • There are designated spaces for wheelchairs in the event room.
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Target audience

Children aged 10 and up, young people, adults, seniors

Language

Latvian (task can also be explained in English)

Duration

90 minutes 

Participation fee

9.00 EUR for adults
7.00 EUR for children under 18 years of age

Takeaway materials

Black oil pastel

Registration

No prior registration required

Additional information

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Venue

In good weather conditions – outside at the museum or in the Classroom, 1st floor.

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