Paul Klee

Born 1979 and died 1940

He was an expressionist, cubist and surrealist.

In his early years his parents encouraged him to play instruments. He wanted to be a musician but decided to focus on visual art.

During his school years he would draw and color in his school books.

Started studying art at Academy of Fine Arts in Munich. He was an amazing drawer but thought he could never paint.

He received his Fine Art Degree. 1901-02 him and his friend went to Italy and studied master painters.

Lived at home and took art classes. he was playing with many techniques.

Became a soldier in 1916 WW1.

1919 he failed to get a teaching job but got a contract with a successful art dealer.

Klee was a teacher at Bauhaus 1921-31. he also helped create advertising material.