Art can be a powerful way to express feelings and ideas. It can also reflect the opinions and the point-of-view of the artist.

Take a moment to look at this painting from 1860:

• What feelings do you think the artist is trying to show?

• Who are the people in this image?

• What are their hopes?

• What struggles have they faced?

• What do you think the artist wants you to learn or feel from this painting?