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Mystery Artist: October


Who am I? Thats the big question. 

 Each month we will have a Mystery Artist. You will have 4 clues, 2 quotes, and an artwork that will slowly be revealed! Outside the art room you will be able to submit your guesses. Try and find out who the Mystery Artist is to help your class win 2 Art Stars and the chance to reveal the Mystery Artist to the rest of the school!

 You, my artists, are now investigators! 

 Back to the big question: Who is the Mystery Artist this month?

 The clues are:

  1. Was in a relationship with another famous artist
  2. Paints self-portraits
  3. In a bus accident
  4. Loves nature

Our artist said, "At the end of the day, we can endure much more than we think we can." The artist also said, "I paint myself because I am alone. I paint myself because I am the subject I know best."

If you think you know the Mystery Artist, stop by the art room and place your guess!



Extra Clue:

The artist was Mexican.



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