Teaching Idea: Find Inspiration in your Dreams - from Art Institute of Chicago Educator Programs

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Joseph Cornell Untitled (Hôtel de la Duchesse-Anne), 1957
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Like the work of his Surrealist contemporaries, Joseph Cornell's art was often connected to the world of dreams. Based on what you can see in this Cornell box, write a short story that begins with this line: "Last night I had the strangest dream ..."

Explore more writing prompts:https://www.artic.edu/visit-us-virtually/get-creative-at-home/creative-writing-prompts

Explore the educator resource packet: 
​ https://www.artic.edu/collection/resources/educator-resources/47-educator-resource-packet-untitled-hotel-de-la-duchesse-anne-by-joseph-cornell

​Who are the artists that inspire you in your community?