Koala Collages

Learning Targets

I can...

• Create an original Koala Collages using drawing techniques learned in class
• Use shape variation (geometric, organic, free form), space (positive, negative), and texture (implied, actual, visual) inspired by English Artist (2012-Present) Hannah Dale
• Use printmaking techniques (etching, engraving, embossing, stamping) and design principles (composition, proportion, repetition) based on British Art
• Define Texture (the feel or appearance of a surface)

Lesson One
Day One, Art Start

1. Koality Time (2022) Hannah Dale

2. Read The Koala Who Could by Rachel Bright

3. Discussion Question "What does this picture say about koalas? What does the background tell me? What can I inference that the artist might like? What lesson did the main character learn? How can we apply that to our lives as well? Would the koalas have come down on his or her own? What do we know about his character that might help us make this inference? How many things do you want o try, but you fear the risk? How did the artist use printmaking to add texture to the koala? How did the artist divid the koala's face with a horizontal line? How did the artist use dry brush and sponge painting to create texture on the koala? How did the artist add value in this artwork?"

Lesson Activities

1. Choose 8" X 12" Drawing Paper 

2. Add line types (contour, outline, perspective) to the positive space (animal) of the koala collages

3. Outline line types (contour, outline, perspective) with neutral colors (black, brown, grey) for the Koala Collages

Day Two, Art Start

1. Retrieve Koala Collages For Assigned Tables

2. Three Of A Kind (2022) Hannah Dale

3. Discussion Questions "How many species of koalas are there? How far can a koala travel in a dat? What do koalas eat? How much food do koalas consume? How long do koalas sleep? What is the biggest threat to a koala? Did the artist paint in long brush strokes? Are the lines curved, straight, or tihin? Does the artist use a variety of shapes? What types of shapes do you see? What are the colors that the artist uses? what do you think the artist is about? What are the similarities in the story behind this artwork? Have you heard these stories before?"

Lesson Activities

1. Use analogous colors (blue purple red) to fill in the positive space (animal) of the koala collages

2. Use analogous colors (blue purple red) to fill in the negative space (background) of the koala collages 

3. Use embellishments (plastic eyes, bubble wrap, brown paper) to fill in the positive space (animal) of the Koala Collages

Day Three, Art Start

1. Retrieve Koala Collages for Assigned Table

2. Set Up Studio Area (glue sticks, construction paper, oil pastels)

Lesson Activities

1. Add highlights (reflective light, light source) to fill in the positive space (animal) of the koala collages

2. Add shadows (reflective shadow, cast shadow) to fill in the negative space (background) of the koala collages

3. Add details (eyelashes, fur, claws) to the positive space (animal) of the Koala Collages

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 Mixed Media German Pretzels

Learning Targets

I can...

Create an original Mixed Media German Pretzel using weaving techniques learned in class

Use complementary colors (green red; blue orange; yellow purple), line types (contour line, curved line, arched line), and value (lightness, darkness) inspired by England Illustrator (2013-Present) Lorin Cinar

Use color techniques (hue, tint, shade) and design principles (composition, movement, repetition) based on Contemporary Art

Define Loom (device used to weave cloth and tapestry)

Lesson One
Day One, Art Start 

1. Pretzel Illustration (2013) Lorin Cinar

2. Read Pretzels by the Dozen: Truth and Inspiration with a Heart-Shaped Twist by Angela Hunt

3. Discussion Questions "Would you like to eat a pretzel bigger than your head? When did pretzels first become popular? What types of pretzels can be found in Germany? How did the artist use brown tints to create value on their pretzels? How did the artist use striped paper to weave a paper tablecloth background? Where is the pretzel believed to have originated and by whom? When is National Pretzel Day in the United States? In the United States, which state makes majority of pretzels? What was the size of the world's largest pretzel? What spicy condiment is often topped with these yummy treats? What are pretzels without salt called?"

Lesson Activities

1. Choose 12" X 15" Painting Paper

2. Draw three thumbnail sketches of candy corn using observational drawing skills (outline, contour, continuous) for pretzel paintings

3. Add details (shadows, reflective light) to negative space (background) of Mixed Media German Pretzels

Day Two, Art Start

1. Retrieve Mixed Media German Pretzels for Assigned Table

2. Pretzel Illustration (2013) Lorin Cinar

3. Discussion Questions "If this artwork could talk, what would it say? If you could ask this artwork a question, what would you ask it? How might your interpretation of this artwork be different form someone in another culture? What does this artwork teach us about the past? Was this intended to be a work of art or not? Why do you think that? How does that impact your understanding of the artwork? If you could change this artwork, how would you change it? Who do you know that would really like this artwork? Why would they like it? What do you think you should be learning about when looking at this artwork? How can you connect this artwork to your own life? Do you personally connect or relate to this picture? Why does this artwork remind you of? What would it feel like to be in this artwork?"

Lesson Activities

1. Use drawing techniques (contour, outline, continuous) to add basic shapes (cone, triangle, rectangle) to pretzel paintings

2. Use design principles (composition, repetition, gradation) to fill in the positive space (pretzels) of the pretzel paintings

3. Use drawing techniques (composition, repetition, gradation) to add details (shadows, reflective light, table) to Mixed Media German Pretzels

Day Three, Art Start

1. Retrieve Mixed Media German Pretzels for Assigned Table

2. Set Up Studio Area (oil pastels, construction paper, glue sticks)

Lesson Activities

1. Use complementary colors (red green; blue orange; purple yellow) to fill in the positive space (pretzels) of the pretzel paintings

2. Use complementary colors (red green; blue orange; yellow purple) to fill in the negative space (background) of the pretzel paintings

3. Add design details (shadows, reflective light, table) to the negative space (background) of the Mixed Media German Pretzels

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 Mixed Media Gemstones

Learning Targets

I can...

• Create an original Mixed Media Gemstone using drawing techniques learned in class
• Use Metallic Colors (gold silver bronze), space variation (geometric organic free form), and space (positive negative) inspired by English Artist (1978-Present) Rebecca Chaperon
• Use mathematical techniques (straight lines, arched edges, simple shapes) and design principles (composition balance repetition) based on Contemporary Art
• Define Gemstone (mineral crystal cut, polished, and formed to make jewelry)

Lesson One
Day One, Art Start

1. Crystal Form #1 (2020) Rebecca Chaperon

2. Read A Rock Is Lively by Dianna Hutts Aston And Sylvia Long 

3. Discussion Questions "What is the name of your birthstone or gemstone? What colors do gemstones come in? How many gems can you identify on your own? What is the difference between mineral, organic, and created gemstones? For a rock to be considered a gemstone, it must have what? Which month has a birthstone that is considered a kaleidoscope? What is the hardness of a gemstone? Are synthetic gemstones considered a mineral? Out of al the gemstones in the world, none of them have the occurrence of gold in them? Is color a reliable characteristic that can be used to identify a gemstone? Which is no a hue of color? what is the most valuable gem in Asia? Jade is the most precious gemstone in which country? What birthstone can change from one color to another under different lighting? Which one is not a gemstone?"

Lesson Activities

1. Choose a 12" X 15" Drawing Paper

2. Draw three line types (horizontal vertical diagonal) for basic shapes (geometric organic free form) of gemstone drawings

3. Outline the three line types (horizontal vertical diagonal) with metallic colors (copper silver gold) of gemstone drawings

Day Two, Art Start

1. Retrieve Mixed Media Gemstones for Assigned Table

2. Mineral Movement (2020) Rebecca Chaperon

3. Discussion Questions "Can you tell me two facts about gems and rocks? Did the artist draw a polygonal gem using guide dots and straight lines? Did the artist limit their color palette to either warm or cool colors? How could this composition be improved? what stone is said to protect against nightmares? Which birthstone stands for devotion? What is the best gemstone to buy a man? What is the best gemstone to buy a woman? What color of pearl stands for money? What is the most valued color of moonstone? If a step-cut has its corners cut off, what is it called? A fire oral is what color? How many star points does a star sapphire have? What birthstone can change from one color to another under different lighting?"

Lesson Activities

1. Use mathematical techniques (straight lines, arched edges, curved lines) to add basic shapes (geometric organic free form) to positive space (foreground) of gemstone drawings

2. Use drawing techniques (straight lines, arched edges, curved lines) to add basic shapes (geometric organic free form) to negative space (background) of gemstone drawings

3. Use drawing techniques (straight lines, arched edges, curved liens) to add details (pattern, repetition) to the Mixed Media Gemstones

Day Three, Art Start

1. Retrieve Mixed Media Gemstones for Assigned Table

2. Set Up Studio Area (tempera paint, paintbrushes, water bucket)

Lesson Activities

1. Use analogous colors (blue, purple, red) to fill in the positive space (foreground) of the gemstone drawings

2. Use analogous colors (yellow orange green) to fill in the negative space (background) of the gemstone drawings

3. Add design details (sparkles, glitter, border) to the positive space (foreground) of the Mixed Media Gemstones

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