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Introduction to Abstract Art: Unleashing Creativity!

Objective

Today, we will explore the fascinating world of Abstract Art! By the end of this lesson, you will understand what abstract art is, its characteristics, and you’ll even create your very own abstract masterpiece!

Warm-Up Activity: "Shapes and Colors Express You!"

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Instructions:

  1. Shape Up!: To kickstart our lesson, let’s get our creative juices flowing! Take a piece of paper and quickly draw as many different shapes as you can within 5 minutes. Don’t think too hard—let your hand move freely!

  2. Color Your Emotions: Now, using your favorite colors, fill in those shapes in a way that represents how you feel today. Think about whether you feel happy, excited, relaxed, or curious. Choose colors that express those emotions!

  3. Share: Once everyone is done, pair up with a partner and share your artwork. Explain which colors you chose and why, and what the shapes mean to you. How do they express your emotions?

Transition to Abstract Art:

Fantastic work! Just like your shapes and colors convey various feelings and stories, abstract art does the same but in an imaginative way.

Discussion Prompt:

As we dive deeper into this lesson, pay close attention to the different forms of abstract art and the artists who have inspired this wonderful movement. Let’s get ready to express ourselves in exciting new ways!

Conclusion

Get ready to unleash your creativity! Through various activities today, you'll learn about different abstract artists and the techniques they used. By the end, you’ll create your very own abstract art piece that expresses your unique self!


Let’s get started!