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| Which subject | Art |
| What topic | Create a digital landscape composition using food photos |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 6 |
| Class size | 20 |
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| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Create a Digital Landscape Composition Using Food Photos
Year 6
Art
20 students
30 minutes
This lesson aligns with the Australian National Curriculum for the Arts, focusing on Creative Arts: Visual Arts component, where students explore and create artworks using forms, techniques and practices of contemporary art.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 min | Introduce the topic and objectives. Discuss the importance of landscape in art and food photography. Show examples using a projector. |
| 2 | Demonstration | 5 min | Demonstrate how to select and layer images using the software. Explain the tools to be used for editing. |
| 3 | Distributing Materials | 5 min | Hand out printable cards to students for note-taking. Distribute USB drives containing food photos. |
| 4 | Creation Phase | 10 min | Students use laptops to create their landscape composition. Encourage them to think about layering and design. |
| 5 | Random Check | 3 min | Collect and randomly check the filled cards from students. Offer feedback on their notes and processes. |
| 6 | Conclusion & Wrap-up | 2 min | Summarize what was learned and encourage students to share their thoughts on their creations. |
"Hello everyone! Welcome to today's art lesson. I'm excited to have all of you here, and we are going to explore a very creative project together. Our topic for today is 'Creating a Digital Landscape Composition Using Food Photos.'
The objectives of our lesson are quite simple: we will learn how to use digital tools to create a beautiful landscape composition and understand how to layer images to give our artwork depth.
Now, who here enjoys photography? Who likes to eat? Well, today, we will combine both interests as we create stunning landscapes using food images!
Let me show you some examples on the projector. [Activate the projector and display examples of digital landscape compositions using food photos].
Take a look at how they use food to create landscapes. You can see how the layering gives them depth and makes them look more realistic. Are you excited to try this out?"
"Great! Now that we've seen some examples, let’s dive into how to do this. I'll be demonstrating how to select and layer images using our image editing software.
First, we need to open our software. [Open the software on the projector].
Now, I want to show you how to import images from our USB drives. We’ll select food photos and start layering. Remember, the key to creating depth is to think about the background, middle ground, and foreground.
[Select images and demonstrate how to drag, drop, and layer them].
You’ll see how each layer affects the overall image. Don’t forget about the editing tools like the brush, eraser, and blending options. These will help you refine your composition.
Does anyone have any questions about the demonstration?"
"Excellent! It seems like we're all ready to get started. Let's move on to the next step.
I’m now going to hand out printable cards for you to take notes on what we’ve just discussed. These will help you remember the techniques when you’re creating your own pieces.
[Distribute printable cards].
Also, I will give each of you a USB drive containing various food photos that you can use for today’s composition.
[Distribute USB drives].
Take a moment to look through the pictures on your drives. Give me a thumbs up when you’re ready to move on!"
"Alright, let’s unleash your creativity! You now have all the materials to start your landscape composition.
Open your image editing software, and let’s import the food photos from your USB drive. Remember the tips we discussed about layering and how to create depth.
You have 10 minutes to work on this. Feel free to experiment with how the compositions look. Trust your creativity! I’ll be walking around to assist anyone who has questions or needs help with the software.
Get started, and have fun!"
"Time’s up! Please save your work, and let’s take a moment to review what you’ve done. I’ll be collecting your filled cards for a quick check.
As I check these, I encourage you to reflect on what you learned. If you took any notes about techniques or ideas, I’ll be giving feedback.
Remember, this process is all about improving your skills and expressing your creativity. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!"
"Thank you, everyone! As we wrap up, let’s summarize what we’ve learned today.
We discussed how to create depth through layering in digital landscape compositions and explored our food photography creatively.
I invite you to share your thoughts on the creation process or anything you found particularly interesting.
[Allow students to share].
For homework, please finalize your digital landscape composition, and submit it through our assigned platform.
Great job today, everyone! I can’t wait to see your finished pieces. Have a wonderful day!"
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What two main aspects did we focus on in today's lesson? | |
| How do we create depth in our digital landscape compositions? | |
| What tools are essential for layering images in our editing software? | |
| Can you name the three layers we should consider when creating a composition? | |
| What is the importance of the background, middle ground, and foreground in artwork? | |
| How did we start the lesson, and what materials did you receive? | |
| What role do tools like the brush and eraser play in the editing process? | |
| Why is experimentation encouraged during the creation phase? | |
| What reflections did we discuss regarding your creations? | |
| What is your assignment for homework? |