Written by Pam Stephens

Animated by Jim McNeill

Join Puffer as he drops in on Pablo Picasso in this animated video developed especially for young students. Learn how Picasso's art evolved from his Blue Period to his Rose Period, to Cubism, and even sculpture.

Young viewers and adults alike will enjoy the light-hearted approach taken with Dropping In On Picasso. The program combines animation sequences with details and full-screen images of actual masterworks, including Family of Saltimbanques, Studio Le Californie, Factory at Horta de Ebro, Three Musicians, Portrait of Dora Maar, and the Chicago Sculpture. Characters in the video pose open-ended questions that prompt viewers of all ages to make their own critical analyses and interpretations of the works of art. The video is accompanied by a guide with suggested activities.