VALUE SCALE GHOSTS

 Value Scale Ghosts

Learning Targets

I can...

• Create an original Value Scale Ghost using drawing techniques learned in class
• Use line types (horizontal, vertical, diagonal), color combinations (analogous, neutral colors, rainbow order), and shape (positive, negative) inspired by Mexican Illustrator (2015-Present) Flavia Z. Drago
• Use value scale (gradation, grey scale, shades) and design principles (proportion, repetition, balance) based on Gustavo The Shy Ghost by Flavia Z. Drago
• Define Value (the lightness or darkness of a color)

Lesson One
Day One, Art Start

1. State Of The Art (2015) Flavia Z. Drago

2. Read Gustavo The Shy Ghost by Flavia Z. Drago

3. Discussion Questions "Who said ghosts must be scary? Did I mention the ghost loves to play the violin? Do you think monsters know each other? What do you notice about the window? What seems difficult for Gustavo? What do you notice about the other monsters? Do you see Gustavo in the pictures? What do you think he is hiding? Can you think of something in your own life that has felt terrifying? What does Gustavo do to make friends? Does this work? Where do you think they are in these pictures? Why could the monster not see him?  What kinds of things did Gustavo enjoy doing? What did he love to do most in the world? What were some of the things that Gustavo was afraid of doing? What did his letter to the monster say?"

Lesson Activities

1. Choose 12" X 15" Drawing Paper 

2. Use geometric shapes (oval, circle, rectangle) to draw the positive space (ghost) of the spooky themed artwork

3. Use line types (horizontal, vertical, diagonal) to draw the positive space (ghost) and negative space (background) of the Value Scale Ghosts

Day Two, Art Start

1. Retrieve Value Scale Ghosts for Assigned Tables

2. Party With Cakes (2022) Flavia Z. Drago

3. Discussion Questions "How do you think Gustavo feels when he cannot make friends? What kind of person (ghost) is Gustavo? Why do you think Gustavo invited everyone to a violin concert? What do you think Gustavo will do to try to make friends? How will the other monsters feel about Gustavo after hearing him play the violin? What do you think will happen to Gustavo after the concert? What are three things you think will happen to Gustavo, the shy ghost? How do you think Gustavo feels about this situation or event? What can you infer from the illustrations?" 

Lesson Activities

1. Use line types (horizontal, vertical, diagonal) to add details (shadows, highlights, texture) to the positive space (ghost) of the spooky themed artwork

2. Use oil pastels to fill in the positive space (ghosts) with neutral colors (black white grey) for the spooky themed artwork 

3. Use oil pastels to fill in the negative space (background) with neutral colors (black white grey) for the Value Scale Ghosts

Day Three, Art Start 

1. Retrieve Value Scale Ghosts for Assigned Tables

2. Set Up Studio Area (construction paper, painting paper, tempera paint, black oil pastels) 

Lesson Activities

1. Add customization parts (jewelry, candy bag, leaves, wind) with neutral colors (black, white, grey) to the spooky themed artwork 

2. Use texture techniques (eraser, cloth, sponge) to add details (tongue, mouth, eyes) to the spooky themed artwork 

3. Add highlights (reflective light, light source) and shadows (cast shadow, shadows) to the negative space (background) of the Value Scale Ghosts 

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