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Art with Mati and Dada – Hokusai

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Hokusai was a famous Japanese artist. His art is still referenced in popular art-- like comic books-- today! Let's find out what made Hokusai so unique as an artist and what made his artwork so innovative!

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Learn more about Hokusai's iconic print "Great Wave Off Kanagawa" in this video!The Japanese art form of woodblock printing is known as "Ukiyo-e." Try making your own "Ukiyo-e" wood block prints at home with this activity and watch the activity in action in this video!

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