In this lesson, 4th grade students learned about a meditative form of doodling called Zentangles. Students created their own Zentangles using line and shape in repetitive black and white patterns. Students used a variety of thick and thin lines, as well as shape, to create contrast. Students also learned about value and mixed their own tints to add color to their work. While working, the students listened to meditative music to help them find their "Zen".
First grade students learned about the importance of the Cherry Blossom tree in Japan. Sakura, or cherry blossoms, symbolize renewal, birth, and spring. Every year in Washington DC, people from all over the country come to celebrate the blooming of the cherry blossom trees. These trees were a gift from the country of Japan to symbolize friendship between the US and Japan. Students used watercolor paint to create a sunset, using the wet on wet technique to blend colors. Students then added cherry blossoms using tissue paper. The Japanese character for Sakura was added using black sharpie. The top and bottom of the scroll is decorated using a Seigaiha pattern. 4th grade students created Radial Designs using their first names. Students learned about radial symmetry and it's occurrence in nature, as well as, man made mandalas and other artistic forms. We looked carefully at snowflake patterns and discovered their beautifully, intricate radial symmetrical designs. Students first created a template which was then used to trace eight times to create their designs. Students then chose a color scheme to add color to their creations.
1st grade students learned about the abstract artist, Jim Dine. They created "Heart Art" inspired by Dine's heart series. Students started with a heart stencil and black sharpie to create puzzle- like pieces. Next they used cool colored oil pastels to fill in the areas around the heart. Students practiced blending different cool colors. Next students used warm colored tissue paper to fill in the heart and give their artwork texture. 2nd Grade students are creating Winter Landscapes. Students learned about the different parts of a landscape; horizon line, foreground, middle ground, and background. Students start by drawing a horizon line across their large sheet of white drawing paper. Next the students use Acrylic Gloss Medium to attach pieces of cool or warm colored tissue paper. The next step requires drawing birch trees on a piece of scrap drawing paper. Students use black watercolor paint to create the bark details. The trees are then glued in the middle ground and foreground. Using more water a bit of black paint, the shadows are added to the trees and ground. The students learn about using a light source in order to place their shadows in the correct position.
Third grade students created Cubist collages based on Picasso's Guitar series. The students learned all about Pablo Picasso and the Art movement Cubism. The first step of the project was to trace parts of a guitar using stencils (body, neck and head). The students learned about value and used oil pastels to add color to their guitar pieces. Students used various scrap paper and sheet music (printed on copy paper) to cut out interesting shapes. They then arranged their pieces on poster board and glued them down carefully. We discussed balance and use of space. Students then cut their guitar into shapes as well and glued them on top of their scrap paper collage. Students added cardboard and string details for the sound hole, frets, bridge and guitar strings.
Students learned about the Mexican tradition, Day of the Dead. Day of the Dead is a Mexican holiday celebrated throughout Mexico and around the world in other cultures. The holiday focuses on gatherings of family and friends to remember friends and family members who have passed away. It is particularly celebrated in Mexico and takes place on October 31, November 1 and November 2. Traditionally, family members create Sugar Skulls and Papel Picado to decorate their loved ones’ graves. Other objects such as photos, food, and flowers are also used. Students created their own sugar skulls using paper, markers, and colored pencils.
Students learned how to create Contrast using tertiary colors, analogous colors, complementary colors, and warm and cool colors. Students started by practicing their ruler skills and creating a grid. Next they traced a circular stencil and drew a tree making sure the branches touch the circle. Students then began painting using watercolor paints. The tree itself was painted using brown or black, or a mixture of both. The squares outside of the circle are painted using only Cool Colors. The students were encouraged to experiment by mixing cool colored tertiary colors. The colors inside the circle are painted using only warm colors. Once the project is dry, the students can add details to the tree with a thin marker and details to the sky using metallic markers (optional).
Second grade students created an owl using air dry clay. They started by learning how to make a pinch pot. Next they used a template to create different sized discs for the eyes and wings (larger disc, cut in half). Students added ears and a nose as well. All of these pieces were added using the Score and Slip method. Students used plastic knives to create score marks in the clay and then added water for "glue". After the clay dried, students used acrylic paints to add color to their owls. They did a fantastic job!
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