Fifth Grade students studied gesture drawings and the sculptures of George Segal. Students then created their own gesture sculptures showing...
Fifth Grade Artists are studying positive shape and negative space with these collages. First, we connected to mathematics, and talked about types of transformations, such as rotation, reflection, and translation. I demonstrated cutting out a shape, and students agreed that it was an example of reflection. We then discussed the criteria: using some geometric and free form shapes, and creating at least two "double shapes" that would show reflection twice. The cutting is tricky, because student had to really concentrate on only cutting around the edge of their shape, so that the negative space left is an exact mirror of the shape that was cut out. The contrast of black against the color background is really pleasing on these. Thanks to the website Arts in Education for the great lesson plan! See the finished works here at our online art museum on Artsonia! http://www.artsonia.com/museum/gallery.asp?exhibit=874407
This is a fantastic project that I did with my grade 5/6 class before March break. I wanted to do something with 2 point perspective, as ...
These planets look as great in person as they do in these photos! There are a few versions of this project out there, so I don't get any points for originality, but regardless, it's a great project and more importantly, the kids really seemed to like creating them. The project took about 5-40 minute periods. On day 1 I showed everyone how to create the "waves" and blend them in an upward facing direction. On day 2 I set up a splatter paint station and demo'd how to start shading the planets. I flipped this lesson and used mostly video demo's which was incredibly useful because it took the kids 3 perios to complete the planets. So instead of having to demo the shading every period for my 5-5th grade groups, I just replayed the video and they saved on work and transition time. They had to make 5 or more planets. On the final day they cut and glued their planets, making sure all the shadows were on the same side. We discussed light sources and I explained that on a 2D surface, having a consistent light source would make their art look better even though they pointed out to me that in space there would most likely be multiple light sources ah, my 5th graders always thinkin!).
Fifth Grade students studied gesture drawings and the sculptures of George Segal. Students then created their own gesture sculptures showing...
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With all the fancy projects an art teacher can find on Pinterest, sometimes it’s good to go back to the basics. Simple drawing and painting of familiar subjects. This week my students drew …
The idea for this lesson came from an image I saw on Pinterest.. but after doing some investigative work - seems to have originated from the blog Art. Paper. Scissors. Glue and before that from the 1991 book written by Sara Beggs, "The No Nonsense Guide to Teaching Art." For this lesson we began by taking about what symmetry is and the difference between linear symmetry (1 line of symmetry) and radial symmetry (more than 1 line of symmetry). Then we talked about what a sculpture is (a piece of artwork you can see from all sides - it is 3-dimensional) and what a relief "sculpture" is (a piece of artwork that has depth on the surface but is not meant to be seen from all sides). Once students understood the principles behind radial symmetry and sculpture we began creating our very own radial paper relief sculptures! Students started by folding a piece of 12"x12" black construction paper diagonally both ways and vertical and horizontally (to create an 'X' crease and a '+' crease). Making these creases makes creating a radial design SO much easier because it gives you guidelines to work with. Once their papers had been folded and their names written, we sat them aside. Before having students begin folding their colored paper (each piece was cut to 3" x 3") to fill the inside of their design, I demonstrated 4 folds to them to get them started. *Students were allowed to deviate from these folds if they wanted to. To download the handout below, click on the arrow button in the top right corner (this will open it in a new window). You can download from there. My kids absolutely LOVED this project! They are already super into origami, so this project was like heaven to them! :) You might also be interested in checking out my Paper Poinsettia Sculpture lesson which uses the same basic concepts. Also available in my Teachers Pay Teachers store!
In this Aquarium Perspective Lesson, Middle School students will dive right into learning about the principle of perspective while designing an aquarium.
June 2020--PLEASE NOTE--this project has been updated for distance learning to now include a HOW TO VIDEO! The updated post is here. And the new video can be viewed below OR on youtube. ENJOY! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ This is a great project that uses only a couple of supplies (and a bit of patience) to create a piece that transforms from "ho-hum" into "WOW!" This is a great way to illustrate how various lines can show movement. Horizontal lines are sleepy and calm. Vertical lines are strong and stand still, but diagonal lines seem to slide and move, bringing our eye from one side of the page to the other and then "whoosh!" off the page! We start off this exercise by using the ruler to create a series of diagonal lines and color them in with markers. Then, we cut the piece up and fan the strips out and create another type of line...a swirly, curving line that also shows movement! This is also a nice op-art activity. You can use complementary colors for your diagonal lines or a full rainbow of color. Experiment and enjoy the process! Movement With Lines Supplies Needed: One sheet of white construction paper, 9"x12" One sheet of black construction paper, 12"x18" Ruler Pencil and eraser Markers, assorted colors Glue sticks Directions: 1. Draw a series of diagonal lines on the white construction paper. You can draw three smaller lines going across the page or fill the space with lines. Both look great, in my opinion. 2. Color in the diagonal lines using markers. This is the "Before" Photo 3. Flip the page over and divide the page into twenty-four 1/2" wide strips. Use your ruler for this and try to be as precise as possible. BEFORE you cut the strips apart, number them on the back from 1-24 at one end (the same end of the strips for all numbers). This photo is kind of hard to see, but it shows all of the strips numbered on the back at the same end. Now, this is where it gets a little bit tricky. I'm sure you can do this many ways, but I made three of these and I finally landed on this way of doing it. 4. Cut out the strip marked #12. Put glue on the back and glue it on your black construction paper background in the middle, like this: Strip # 12 glued on in the center of the black paper (hold the black construction paper vertically) 5. Now you can cut strip #11 out and put glue on the back of it. Overlap the left edge of the strip over the left edge of the previous strip (in this case, strip #12), fanning the right edge out slightly (about 1/2"). Repeat with strips 10-1 (working away from you) until you get through strip #1, forming a nice curve with the strips. Use the photo as a guide. 7. Once you have finished gluing down strip #1. Place glue on the back of strip #13 and overlap the right edge of the strip over the right edge of strip #12, fanning the left edge down slightly (about 1/2"). 8. Repeat with strips 14-24 until you get through all the strips, forming a nice curve in the opposite direction with the strips. Use the picture as a guide. It is OK if the ends of the strips continue off the edge of the page. You can leave them that way or trim them to the edge of the black construction paper. This project is good for the older child since they may be more tolerant of cuting up their artwork and transforming it into something else. Also, they are more capable of handling the precise measuring and cutting this project needs in order to be successful. It took me three times to get all the strips to fit on the black construction paper properly. But I really liked all of the other attempts I made too. It's an experiment, so don't get too stressed! Enjoy!
This year my school adopted a new schedule. Now, instead of seeing my classes daily for 47 minutes, each day we drop one period. In addition, each class has one weekly “long block” that is 68 minut…
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Winter is a hard time for gardeners. While we wait for Spring to arrive, we stare at our bare gardens, feeling the absence of color, look despairingly at blank walls, and dream. Well, snap out of it! This is the perfect time of the year to decide on how to accent those empty spots with mosaic garden art! Make your plans to add the perfect touches to your gardens now, and you’ll have a more beautiful outdoor space throughout the year. Our mosaic artwork ideas will jazz up every corner as they highlight plantings, create popping color combinations, and show off planters, walkways, and walls. Once winter arrives, weatherproof mosaic pieces won’t fade away. You’ll still have structure, life, and form, no matter how gray the days become. So, put down your seed catalogs, and let us show you 18 mosaic garden art ideas you’ll love. We guarantee that you’ll find plenty of inspo with our selections. 1- Walk This Way With Mosaic Image source Pinterest When the pathway turns into a mosaic artwork, there’s magic underfoot. Rather than leaving their pathways as plain concrete, these homeowners decided to accent every curve with a loosely arranged patchwork of mosaic field tiles. The colors match the various blooming plants and carefully selected planters. The tree at the center becomes a focal point, rather than blending in with a plain walkway. Meanwhile, pulling the mosaic tiles up onto the pond edges and raised garden areas creates a sense of flow throughout the backyard. 2- Succulent Blues Image source Pinterest In the right climates, specimen cacti and succulent plants can live for years. Here, the gardeners embrace these beauties in a carefully curated bed. The mosaic artwork will last as long as their blue-green agaves. Notice how the colors of the glass mosaic tiles match the leaves to perfection. Some other neat details to try: Matching glass pebbles scattered amongst the plants, and some personal treasures that personalize this cozy corner. 3- Gone Fishing Image source Pinterest When their terrain wouldn’t cooperate for adding a koi pond, this gardener didn’t give up. Instead, they added a richly detailed piece of koi pond mosaic art that adds depth and beauty to their patio. These koi fish are guaranteed to be the most carefree additions to this backyard. Trompe l’oeil art like this is a beautiful way to create the illusion of more depth in any space. 4- Building Blocks Image source Pinterest Stacking a column of mosaic art tiles adds life to this blank wall. An abstract impression of trees fills each block, created in bright saturated colors. Arranging each of the pieces in a slightly haphazard, off-kilter arrangement makes the pattern more lively. These cheery pieces of mosaic artwork will coordinate with a wide range of blooms and flower pots, making them quite versatile. 5- Tea-riffic Accents Image source Pinterest No matter how many lumps you take, you’ll never find a sweeter serving of tea than the mosaic artwork pieces here. Created with vintage china and crockery and cupcake frosting pastels, this duo rises above the groundcover in a shady spot. By elevating one piece on a stand, the clever garden designer assures that it won’t be hidden away later in the season. In addition, the different levels create visual interest. 6- Magic Carpet Image source Pinterest It’s no secret that mosaic rugs are fantastic additions to any room. Needless to say, they can also work their magic in gardens. Tucked away in a private corner, this seating area becomes a downright civilized spot to sit down for some reading and relaxing. A multitude of colored stones is arranged to mimic a fine oriental rug, complete with a border and fringe. In a shady spot, the reds and golds add a burst of sunny color. 7- Frozen in Time Sometimes water features become more work than pleasure. This inspired creation freezes the action for big impact! Using an upturned ceramic pot as the “water” source, mosaic tiles cascade downwards to the pool below. Although this garden decor can be used with water, thanks to a recirculating pump, it’s just as vibrant and attractive when it’s not. It’s a perfect year-round accent. 8- No Need to Be Koi Image source Pinterest Mosaic art doesn’t have to stick to a flat surface to be effective. In fact, it excels when used to define irregular shapes and three-dimensional forms. Take this piece, for example. Every color of a serene koi pool is present, with a pair of the glorious creatures as a focal point. What a striking way to extend the beauty of a pond into other areas of your garden. 9- Great Walls of Fire Image source Pinterest Whimsy abounds in this particular garden mosaic walls idea. The aquatic-themed art is a swirl of watery hues and sea life. Wrapping the tiles up and over the edge creates the illusion of a water oasis. Who wouldn’t want to sit down with the person who dangles their feet into this blissful scene? The tumble of native plants completes this easily maintained oasis. 10- Box it Up, Please Image source Pinterest Look carefully, and you might spot the humble origins of this adorable flower box! Adding mosaic art to an ordinary cement building block elevated it into a showcase for the bright blooms of Sweet William plants. If you’re interested in trying this idea at home, a border design would work perfectly. 11- Bathing Beauties Mozaico design Large-scale mosaic wall art can transform an entire section of your garden, adding a sense of perspective. A tranquil design like these bathing mermaids will blend with a wide range of plants in your landscape. Although the subject is quite serene, this format creates a sense of gentle movement along the panel. 12- Cut Loose Image source Pinterest A riotous tumble of mosaic tiles covers this courtyard. Not content to contain the fun to the walls, these homeowners added more tiles to the flower boxes and pavement. Pansies parade along the geranium planter, and the cascading greenery in the coordinating urns keeps the party going. 13- Welcome Aboard Image source Pinterest A special blend of mosaic tiles and stones turned this garden entry door into a welcoming portal. Stucco creates a great blank slate for mosaic wall art and mosaic art garden walls. Here, the smooth surface took on a new life, as a free-form wave of color and texture defines the doorway. Patterns like these have a wonderful organic feel that feels at home in a garden setting. 14- Rise and Shine Image source Pinterest Why are depictions of chickens such a classic? They’ve been used as mosaic wall art and mosaic floor designs since the time of Ancient Pompeii. This brick-framed garden pavement section is a fine example, with marble mosaic tiles creating the familiar rooster. Letting the bricks acquire a patina, and the groundcover spill onto the piece just adds to the appeal. 15- Wink and You’ll Miss it Image source Pinterest Actually, it’s hard to miss this lively garden display. A rainbow of brights is rivaled by the jaunty beauty at the center. The actual design layout of the plants is quite simple, as the focal point is so strong. Surrounded by smooth river rocks, the mosaic artwork is clearly outlined – which helps add to its major impact. No matter how your seasonal plantings perform, this lady will ensure your garden looks great. 16- A Sprinkle of Daisies Image source Pinterest Mosaic garden wall ideas can take so many forms. Not every inch has to be covered thickly for wonderful results. A case in point – this mosaic art-adorned rock wall. The garden designers were content to let the concrete serve as a spacious background for pretty rocks and carefully-placed blooms. With a pebble here, and a pebble there, the tiny blossoms take flight. 17- Do Take a Seat Image source Pinterest Or, maybe don’t take this seat – it’s a sturdy number made of cast concrete – but it is covered with mosaic art ideas you’ll want to steal for your own garden. Completely fun, practically indestructible, and perfect for a nice reading session, this cozy chair is a piece of glass mosaic art. Maybe you’d like to try out some faux upholstery accents like the nailhead trim on your plain garden seating? 18- Nothing Fishy Here Image source Pinterest Aquatic and nautical mosaics can still shine in a garden without any water features. This slick and shiny fish duo swim smoothly through a sea of stones. With the wide range of durable mosaic art designs in our catalog, it’s easy to reproduce a sweet stream, a soothing splash pad, or a sinuous swish of fish. Remember, you don’t have to wait for spring to start designing your amazing new garden space. Take a look at your blank slate, and think about where to best use our garden wall mosaic ideas and other examples to bring art to your outdoor rooms. Stay up to date with the latest style trends and mosaic news from around the world by signing up for our newsletter! And, don’t forget to save your favorites for our once-a-year Black Friday sale next week! Stay tuned on our website.
After working so hard on their candy paintings, my 5th graders needed a project that was far less labor intensive. They worked SO hard on the candy paintings that this simple (in comparison) Op (tical) Art project was relaxingly perfect and they loved making these illusions. After viewing, dissecting and discussing the work of Bridget Riley... and then giggling at my reaction as my eyes had a hard time adjusting to some of the Op Art images we viewed on the Smart Board, we jumped right in. The task: to use the Element of Art: LINE to create dimension. Here is the display heading towards the 5th grade hallway. Once complete, my students began to create their own Op Art design or tried to recreate one that they found on the iPads. I hope you enjoyed viewing these as much as we had fun making them!
This project is inspired by the work of the famous artist Jasper Johns... Title: 0-9 Date created: 1961 I found these number stencils at Scrap RVA in Richmond, Virginia. Scrap RVA is an arts and craft recycle store...and it is awesome! I teach Scrappy Creatures and Japanese Stab Binding at Scrap RVA. If you are ever in the Richmond area you must add it to your do-to-list. You can buy a set of these graphic number stencils on Amazon, just click on the link below... You will also need a circle tracer as well. I got this one at Michaels with my weekly 40% off coupon. You can get it on Amazon by clicking the link below... The paper size for this project is 12x18 90# white multi use paper by Pecon. Students pick their 3 favorite numbers to trace with a pencil. The first number should be traced right-side up. The second number is placed over the first number but this time it should be traced upside down. The third number is placed over the first 2 and can be traced in any direction the student chooses...either right-side up or upside down. Any of the 3 numbers can be traced backwards as well. Using the circle tracer add 3 different size circles overlapping the numbers somewhere on the paper. Use a fine tip Sharpie to trace over all the pencil lines. Fill in the small spaces with lines using the Sharpie. Add shading in some of the corner points with a pencil. I just have the kids smooth out the pencil lines with their fingers or you can use a blending tool. You can order blending tools on Amazon by clicking the link below ... After you have finished all the corner shading start to add your color. I let my students choose between colored pencils or water colors. I use Crayola colored pencils and a mix of Prang and Crayola watercolors in my art room. Colored Pencils Watercolor Jasper Johns painted the entire canvas for his art work tilted 0-9 I only have my students paint inside the numbers and circles but you can try it either way. Let me know what you think and please share your results if you try this project in your class room. You can email me at [email protected] Check back for new projects and ideas every Thursday.
Here are TWO ways to complete this One Point Perspective lesson. I have seen this lesson in Instagram a couple different ways. I am not the originator of this lesson, but LOVE both methods of finishing! I prefer creating the 3D shapes and coloring with oil pastel on white or oak tagboard. It makes it much easier to cut and glue onto a background. This lesson is not just a 3D drawing lesson, but a color and value blending lesson. I asked students to practice each at least once. When we chose to do the black paper and splatters, I had students rotate around the room from table to table to use different colors. Always an impressive finish! Either way!
These self-portrait drawings by 5th graders were on display at the elementary school at the end of the school year, a nice tribute to the 5t...
Fifth Grade students studied gesture drawings and the sculptures of George Segal. Students then created their own gesture sculptures showing...
This week 4th grade is starting their Robin Mead inspired landscapes! She's a contemporary artist from Georgia, and you can check out her work on her website here! I was also inspired by the awesome art teacher, Lauralee Chambers, from her beautiful student examples on Instagram! Here's Robin Mead's Instagram too :) She has a Youtube channel too! Here's how we created ours! Materials: Sax 90 lb paper pencils Sharpies Crayola artista II watercolor Big Kid's Choice Paintbrushes Robin Mead examples Day 1: Show examples of Robin Mead's work, and show examples of other 4th grade work from Lauralee Chamber's art room. Then I demonstrated how to add the water, ground, mountains, and sun. After I drew it out, I traced it with Sharpie, and let them get to work. When enough had drawn and traced, I demonstrated how to blend their watercolors in a way similar to Mead's work. They did a great job, and enjoyed creating their own landscapes! Here's some examples of Robin's work! It's so beautiful and colorful!! Here's a video, showing how to draw a Robin Mead inspired landscape! Here's some great student examples on day 1 of instruction! here's Mrs. Braswell's class, working hard on theirs! Here's Mrs. Torres' class, finishing up! Just beautiful!! DISCLOSURE: LINKS TO PRODUCTS ARE AFFILIATE LINKS, WHICH MEANS I GET A SMALL COMPENSATION FOR SALES. THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR BLOG!
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Objective: Students will create a color wheel using one point perspective, accurate color placement and value CA Art Standards 1.1 Identify and use the principles of design to discuss, analyze, and write about visual aspects in the environment and in works of art, including their own. 2.1 Solve a visual arts problem that involves the effective use of the elements of art and the principles of design. 2.2 Prepare a portfolio of original two-and three-dimensional works of art that reflects refined craftsmanship and technical skills. 3.2 Identify and describe the role and influence of new technologies on contemporary works of art. 4.2 Compare the ways in which the meaning of a specific work of art has been affected over time because of changes in interpretation and context. 4.5 Employ the conventions of art criticism in writing and speaking about works of art. 5.0: Students apply what they learn in the visual arts across subject areas. Materials: Tag Board Color Pencils Key Vocabulary: Hue, Value, One point Perspective, tertiary Direct Instruction Color has a huge effect on our daily lives. Everyday our emotions, moods, physical sensation (appetite) are influenced by the colors that surround us. There are three (3) properties to color: Hue: the name we give to a color (red, blue, etc.). Intensity: refers to the strength/vividness of the color. For example, we may describe the color blue as "royal" (bright, rich, vibrant) or "dull" (grayed). Value: meaning its lightness or darkness. Shade and Tint are in reference to value changes in colors. One-point perspective -contains only one vanishing point on the horizon line. This type of perspective is typically used for images of roads, railway tracks, hallways, or buildings viewed so that the front is directly facing the viewer. Color Theory: is a body of practical guidance to color mixing and the visual effects of a specific color combinations Teacher Models Examples of vocabulary on the board throughout discussion Students take notes in their sketchbooks Teacher Monitors room throughout discussion Step by Step modeling on how to create color wheel Check for Understanding: Monitor room during Pre-assessment in sketchbook Monitor throughout discussion ensure comprehension and active note taking Various Activities Designed to check/enhance student comprehension Project requirements: Sketchbook: student uses sketchbook to complete studies on one point perspective and building details using a ruler Final project: Student applies sketchbook skills onto final paper to create building color wheel Student creates color wheel showing primary, secondary and tertiary colors Student shows the shade, tint and pure color of 12 colors on the color wheel Student added unique details on each of the 12 buildings using black ink Final project is well thought out and executed Student takes advantage of studio time by illustrating full effort in actions and final results. Adapted from lesson found: http://tartteaching.blogspot.com/2012_08_01_archive.html
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Sculpt Georgia O'Keeffe-inspired flowers, draw Warhol pop art, and color graffiti breakdancers with these awesome fifth grade art projects.
Engage kids in art projects in a variety of media, with many based on famous artists or art movements.
5th grade is finishing up their Chinese New Year kites, so it's time for a new project! I thought we'd go in a more 3-d direction, and create some origami dragon eyes! The kids LOVE origami, and these aren't too complicated to do! I was cruising Pinterest, and found Krokotek's blog about creating origami eyes, and thought I'd try it too. & Sabrina Wingren, with A Space to Create Art, has this project for sale in her TPT store, if you'd like to purchase additional details of this project. There are also dozens of youtube videos, showing how to make similar reptile/dragon eyes, if my videos aren't sufficient. :) Here's how we made them and a sample of my students' work! Here's a closeup of the eye I colored in the time lapse above. We used oil pastels to color with, and those blend so well! It works a lot better than paint, IMO. I did go ahead and use black and my darkest purple to finish out the corners. We used the Crayola 28 packs to get such a wide array of colors. Here's how to fold one! After you fold your paper, you can start by creating the inner eye part. In my time lapse video, you can see how I layered and blended my oil pastels to create a shaded and shiny looking eye! After you color your inner eye, start on the outer! I chose colors that would blend well, started with the lightest color near the opening, and worked my way out with the darker colors. Then, I added dragon scales with a black pastel! Stay tuned for some awesome ART! Here are some extremely excellent eyes from Mrs. Rogers' class! A Boomerang of Mrs. Rogers' Dragon Eyes! Here's Mrs. Kilby's finished dragon eyes! DISCLOSURE: LINKS TO PRODUCTS ARE AFFILIATE LINKS, WHICH MEANS I GET A SMALL COMPENSATION FOR SALES. THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR BLOG!