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| Which subject | Art |
| What topic | Pete Cromer art |
| What length (min) | 50 |
| What age group | Doesn't matter |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | Australian |
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| Number of slides | 5 |
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Pete Cromer Art
Primary to Secondary (Grades 3-9)
Art
50 minutes
20 students
This lesson complies with the Australian National Curriculum for Visual Arts, focusing on understanding and responding to the practice of artists, developing techniques, and expressing ideas through visual forms.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Pete Cromer | 10 minutes | Show printed examples of Pete Cromer’s artwork. Discuss his style, focusing on colours, shapes, and themes. Encourage students to express what they see and feel. |
| 2 | Colour Theory Exploration | 10 minutes | Briefly introduce colour theory, discussing primary, secondary, and complementary colours. Have students mix colours and create a small colour wheel as a reference. |
| 3 | Design Planning | 10 minutes | Students will brainstorm and sketch their artwork inspired by Cromer’s style on scrap paper. Remind them to think about animals and how to use shapes in their design. |
| 4 | Art Creation | 15 minutes | Using the A3 drawing paper, coloured pencils/markers, scissors, and glue, students will create their artwork. Monitor progress and provide assistance as necessary. |
| 5 | Clean Up and Reflection | 5 minutes | Students will clean their workstations. As they do, facilitate a discussion about what they enjoyed about the project and how they used colour and shapes in their art. |
| 6 | Homework Assignment | 5 minutes | Assign students to take a photograph of their art and write a short paragraph explaining their inspiration. Clearly state that this will be collected without presentations. |
This lesson plan is designed to engage students' creativity while providing them with a structured yet flexible approach to learning about art and its practitioners, specifically focusing on Pete Cromer's unique style.
"Good morning, everyone! Today we’re going to dive into the world of an amazing Australian artist named Pete Cromer. Please take a look at these printed examples of his artwork. Notice how he uses bright colours, unique shapes, and animal themes.
Now, I want you to focus on just one piece for a moment. As I point it out, think about these questions: What do you notice? What emotions do these colours evoke for you? What shapes stand out?
(Pause for students to observe)
Great observations! Cromer’s art is all about celebrating the beauty of Australian wildlife. Can anyone share their thoughts on the themes that they see in his work? For example, what types of animals or elements do you think he enjoys showcasing?"
"Now that we've explored Pete Cromer’s style, let’s talk about colour! Colour theory helps us understand how to use colours effectively in our artwork.
We have primary colours—red, blue, and yellow. When we mix these together, we get secondary colours—green, orange, and purple.
Let’s take a few minutes to create our own colour wheel! Grab your coloured pencils and scrap paper. Start by drawing a circle and dividing it into sections for each of the primary and secondary colours. Then mix your own shades to illustrate the complementary colours as well.
(Guide students as they work)
Who has made an interesting colour? Tell us about your colour mixing!"
"Now that we understand colours better, it’s time to brainstorm our artwork! I want you to think about how we can combine elements of what we’ve seen in Pete Cromer’s art with your own ideas.
Take out your scrap paper and dedicate some time to sketch out your concept. Remember to focus on animals and consider how you will use shapes and colours in your design. Can you create something playful or abstract?
(Pause for student brainstorming)
When you’re done sketching, consider how you can make your design your own while thinking about Cromer's style."
"Let’s move on to creating our artwork! Use the A3 drawing paper, your coloured pencils or markers, scissors, and glue.
As you work on your project, keep Cromer’s techniques in mind. Remember to use bold colours and interesting shapes—don’t be afraid to experiment!
I’ll be walking around to assist and answer any questions. Let your creativity flow, and enjoy the process!
(Provide support as needed)
Keep it up, everyone. You’ve got a lot of creativity in this room!"
"Alright, everyone, it’s almost time to wrap up! Please start cleaning your workstations. Put away any materials you used today and make sure your area is tidy.
As you're cleaning, I want you to think about your artwork. What did you enjoy most about this project?
Let’s gather back together for a quick discussion. Who would like to share how you used colours and shapes in your art? What part of Cromer's style inspired you?"
"Great job today, everyone! For your homework, I’d like you to take a photograph of your finished artwork. Along with the photo, please write a short paragraph about what inspired you during this project.
Don’t worry; you won’t present this in class. Just ensure you bring it back for me to collect.
Remember to be proud of your unique creations and use this as a chance to reflect on how you felt during the process! Have a wonderful day!"