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Which subjectArt
What age groupYear or Grade 9
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Lesson Introduction: Discovering Patterns in Art

Objective

Welcome to today's lesson on Patterns in Art! We will explore how patterns are used in different artworks, cultures, and mediums. By the end of this lesson, you will not only be able to identify various patterns but also create your own unique design inspired by the patterns you observe.

Lesson Hook: "Pattern Hunt Challenge"

What You Will Need:

Instructions:

  1. Engage Your Senses
    Begin by asking students to look around the classroom for 2 minutes. Encourage them to observe their environment closely, focusing on repetitive designs and structures. What patterns can you see? Consider the walls, flooring, furniture, and even the clothing of classmates!

  2. Pattern Sharing

    • After the observation period, gather students in a circle and ask each one to share a pattern they noticed. Encourage them to describe it in detail. For example, “I saw a zigzag pattern on the carpet,” or “The lines on my shirt create a striped pattern.”
    • As students share, write down examples of patterns on the board, highlighting different types such as geometric patterns, organic shapes, and more.

  3. Group Activity: Pattern Hunt

    • Divide the class into small groups of 3-4. Challenge each group to find and document patterns around the school in the next 15 minutes. They must take pictures (if digital devices are available) or sketch their observations in their notebooks.
    • Encourage creativity! They can look for patterns in nature, architecture, or even in everyday objects.

  4. Class Reflection

    • Regroup and share findings. Ask each group to present one interesting pattern they found and discuss how they think it may have been created or its significance. This not only cultivates teamwork but also emphasises the diversity and multifaceted nature of patterns in art and life.

Transition to the Lesson Topic

Now that we’ve identified a variety of patterns, we’ll dive deeper into how artists use these designs in their works. We will examine how patterns can convey messages, evoke emotions, and create visual harmony. Let’s get creative and learn how we can use our observations to inspire our artwork today!

This engaging and interactive start to the lesson on Patterns in Art encourages observation, teamwork, and creativity, setting a dynamic tone for the remainder of the session.