Landscape

Art Grades 1-2

A landscape is a painting, drawing, or photograph that shows a view of natural scenery, like mountains, trees, or rivers.

What is a Landscape?

A **landscape** is a picture of nature! It shows things like mountains, trees, rivers, and the sky. Artists love to paint landscapes to show how beautiful the world around us is.

Examples:

  • The artist painted a beautiful **landscape** with a big blue lake.
  • We saw a stunning **landscape** of rolling hills at the gallery.
  • My favorite **landscape** shows a sunset over the ocean.

Synonyms:

Scenery, vista, view.

Fun Fact:

The word "landscape" comes from a Dutch word meaning "stretch of land."

Quick Quiz!

What does a landscape painting show?

A person's face.
A view of nature.
A bowl of fruit.
A tall building.

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