Students will be able to identify shapes found in nature and art.
Students will be able to create their own artwork using various shapes.
Students will be able to understand the importance of shapes in art.
Materials Needed:
Various art supplies such as construction paper, scissors, glue, markers, and colored pencils.
Examples of artwork that use shapes such as Henri Matisse's "The Snail" and Georgia O'Keeffe's flower paintings.
Pictures of objects found in nature that display shapes such as flowers, leaves, and rocks.
Introduction:
Begin by discussing with students the various shapes they see in everyday life. Point out shapes found in the classroom and in nature.
Display examples of artwork that use shapes, asking students to identify the shapes they see.
Explain to students that they will be creating their own artwork using shapes.
Lesson:
Start by showing the pictures of objects found in nature that display shapes. Ask students to identify the shapes they see in the pictures.
Have students choose a shape they see in one of the pictures and cut it out of construction paper.
Once they have their shape, have students create a background using various shapes and colors. They can cut out shapes from construction paper or draw them with markers or colored pencils.
Once their background is complete, have students glue their shape onto their artwork.
Encourage students to add more shapes to their artwork, creating a cohesive design.
Conclusion:
Once students have completed their artwork, have them present their work to the class. Encourage them to discuss the shapes they used and how they incorporated them into their artwork.
Discuss with the class why shapes are important in art and how they enhance the overall design of a piece.