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Which subject	Art
What topic	Charcoal figure drawing
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 11
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Topic

Charcoal Figure Drawing

Objectives

• Understand the basic techniques of charcoal drawing.
• Develop observation skills through figure drawing.
• Create a completed charcoal figure drawing by the end of the lesson.
• Critically assess own and peers' work in a constructive manner.

Materials

• Charcoal sticks (soft and hard)
• Drawing paper (preferably larger sizes, e.g., 18"x24")
• Kneaded erasers
• Blending stumps
• Easels or drawing boards
• Reference images of figures or live model (if available)
• Fixative spray (optional, for preserving finished work)

Grade/Age Group

Year/Grade: 11 (16-17 years old)

Subject

Art

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the national standards for visual arts, supporting students in expressing ideas, techniques, and creativity in their artwork, while also emphasizing observation and critique.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (minutes)	Details
1	Introduction to Charcoal	5	Briefly introduce charcoal as a medium, discussing its properties and techniques. Show examples of work.
2	Demonstration	10	Demonstrate basic techniques: shading, blending, and creating texture with charcoal. Provide tips on figure drawing.
3	Drawing Practice	10	Allow students to start their figure drawing using reference images or a live model if available. Circulate and provide feedback.
4	Critique and Reflection	5	Guide students to pair up and critique each other's work using prepared criteria. Focus on constructive feedback.
5	Homework Assignment	2	Assign students to refine their drawings at home, focusing on areas for improvement identified during critiques. Remind them not to present in class.

Assessment

• Evaluate students' understanding and application of charcoal techniques in their drawings.
• Provide individual written feedback based on the students' homework submissions.

Homework

Students will complete their charcoal figure drawings at home, focusing on the feedback received during pair critiques. They should submit their completed work the following class for written feedback without presenting it.

Additional Notes

• Ensure students understand the importance of preserving their charcoal drawings, either by using fixative or handling their work carefully to prevent smudging.
• Encourage creativity and expression in their figure drawing while maintaining accuracy in proportion and perspective.

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