Tuesday, August 20, 2024
APPLE PIE DRAWINGS
Apple Pie Drawings
Learning Targets
I can...
- Create an original Apple Pie Drawings using collage techniques learned in class
- Use shape variation (ellipse, square, rectangle), color combinations (primary, secondary, analogous), and texture (implied, actual, visual) inspired by American Patriotism
- Use drawing techniques (shading, blending, layering) and design principles (balance, composition, repetition) based on American Art
- Define Symbol (a solid recognizable thing that stands for something that would be hard to show in a picture)
Lesson One
Day One, Art Start
1. Jackson Pollock Apple Pie Recreation (2015) Robyn Lea
2. Read Apples To Oregon by Deborah Hopkinson
3. Discussion Questions "What do you know about American History involving Johnny Appleseed and the Oregon Trail? What are your favorite kinds of pies? What textures and colors do pies contain? Why do you think the artist choose this color for this image? What did Lois Ehlert's pie crust look like? Would you say this pie is a slice of American culture? What are some additional American traditions based on our country? Did you know Jackson Pollock made an award winning apple pie? How does apple pie address America's identity through imagery? How do symbols investigate the diverse experience of American life?"
Lesson Activities
1. Choose a 12 X 15 Drawing Paper
2. Use graphite pencil to drawing geometric shapes (ellipse, squares, rectangles) for the pie of the apple pie drawings
3. Use graphite pencil to draw perpendicular lines for the apple pie and parallel lines for the background (wallpaper, table) of the apple pie drawings
Day Two, Art Start
1. Retrieve Apple Pie Drawings for Assigned Tables
2. Apple pie (2014) Morgan Weistling
3. Discussion Questions "How does this artwork show a hopeful moment in American History? How has the boundless American frontier been an important factor in shaping the country's identity? How does an apple pie symbolize the complex reality of American life? What kinds of communities have existed and continue to exist in the American city? What promises have enticed individuals and families to move from countryside to the city? What perils and opportunities engage the urban individual?"
Lesson Activities
1. Use oil pastels to fill in the positive space (apple pie, table cloth) with primary colors (red blue yellow) of the apple pie drawings
2. Use oil pastels to fill in the negative space (background, table, wallpaper) with secondary colors (green purple orange) of the apple pie drawings
3. Add details (fork, napkins, flour) to the negative space (background, table, wallpaper) of the Apple Pie Drawings
Day Three, Art Start
1. Retrieve Apple Pie Drawings for Assigned Tables
2. Set Up Studio Area (oil pastels, erasers, pencils)
Lesson Activities
1. Add highlights (light source, reflective light) to the positive space (apple pie, table cloth) of the apple pie drawings
2. Add shadows (cast shadow, reflective shadow) to the negative space (table, wallpaper) of the apple pie drawings
3. Add embellishments (glitter, ribbon, beads) to the details (table cloth, wallpaper, decorations) of the Apple Pie Drawings
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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
MARGARET PRESTON INSPIRED FLOWERS
Margaret Preston Inspired Flowers
Learning Targets
I can...
- Create an original Margaret Preston Inspired Flowers using drawing techniques learned in class
- Use line types (horizontal, vertical, diagonal), shape variation (geometric, organic, free form), and value (lightness, darkness, highlights, shadows) inspired by Australian Painter (1875-1963) Margaret Preston
- Use drawing styles (gesture, line, perspective, photorealism, scientific, silhouette) and design principles (proportion, movement, emphasis) based on National Art
- Define Aboriginal (the spiritual and symbolic carvings, paintings, or depictions of nature created by indigenous people)
Lesson One
Day One, Art Start
1. Sturt's Desert Pea (1930) Margaret Preston
2. Read Margaret Preston: The Art Of Constant Rearrangement by Elizabeth Butel
3. Discussion Questions "What role did Margaret Preston play in modern art? Do you think Margaret Preston's idea for a national identity- which led to the adoption of Aboriginal-styled designs and motifs- was progressive or misguided? Do you think countries have a national visual identity? Why should artists look at Preston's work now and have conversations about their own artwork? If you were sitting with Margaret Preston, what would you like to ask her? What qualities do you notice in her artwork? How has she used color, line, and shape within the artwork? What do you notice that is different about the composition? What can you see in the foreground, middle ground, and background? Which colors are predominant, and where are they used?"
Lesson Activities
1. Choose 12" X 15" Drawing Paper
2. Use line types (horizontal, vertical, diagonal) to fill in the positive space (foreground) of the flower drawings
3. Use color combinations (analogous, complementary, secondary) to fill in the positive space (foreground) of the Margaret Preston Inspired Flowers
Day Two, Art Start
1. Retrieve Margaret Preston Inspired Flowers for Assigned Tables
2. Sturt's Pea (1944) Margaret Preston
3. Discussion Questions "How does her use of color draw your eyes to the floral arrangements? Do you think Margaret Preston has used color in a realistic way, or do you think she has exaggerated or enhanced the colors of the flowers? Why do you think she chose to use such bold lines and borders? How does this affect the way we view the subject matter? Why do you think she chose to create this area of pattern? How does it enhance the artwork? What can we learn about Margaret Preston's feelings about Australian flora by looking at her artwork? What might these characteristics and properties symbolize? What species of flora did you choose? What did you find out about it during your research? What symbolic characteristics did you assign to your chosen plant and why? Which part of the process did you find the most challenging, and which was the most rewarding? Why?"
Lesson Activities
1. Add shape variation (geometric, organic, free form) to the negative space (background) of the flower drawings
2. Use patterns (swirls, zigzags, stripes) to add designs to the negative space (background) of the flower drawings
3. Use chalk to blend patterns (swirls, zig zags, stripes) for the negative space (background) of the Margaret Preston Inspired Flowers
Day Three, Art Start
1. Retrieve Margaret Preston Inspired Flowers for Assigned Tables
2. Set Up Studio Area (oil pastels, chalk, erasers, pencils, charcoal)
Lesson Activities
1. Use color combinations (analogous, complementary, secondary) to fill in the positive space (flower) of the flower drawings
2. Add highlights (light source, reflective light) to the positive space (flower) of the flower drawings
3. Add illusion of depth by adding details (petals, vase, leaves, glitter) to the positive space (flower) of the Margaret Preston Inspired Flowers
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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
BRUCE GRAY ANIMAL DRAWINGS
Bruce Gray Animal Drawings
Learning Targets
I can...
- Create an original Bruce Gray Animal Drawings using drawing techniques learned in class
- Use shape variation (geometric, organic, free form), color combinations (analogous, secondary, primary) and space (positive, negative) inspired by American Sculptor (1956-Present) Bruce Gray
- Use recycled art techniques (collage, object compilation, assemblage) and design principles (composition, repetition, proportion) based on Environment Art
- Define Recycled Art (transforms waste (paper, cardboard, wood, glass, plastics, rubber, metal) into works of art)
Lesson One
Day One, Art Start
1. Picatsso Version #6 (2016) Bruce Gray
2. Read Artist Bruce Gray Creates Magic Out Of Used Vehicle Parts by Jim Kazliner
3. Discussion Questions "Do artists make artwork for creative reasons or to make a living from artwork? What is unique about this artists' story? What skills does a sculptor need to have to be successful in the industry? How would you describe the artistic process? What kind of education or training can help artists develop their skills? What marketing and promotional activities can artists focus on to build business? What would be your favorite things about being an artist? What are the artists biggest influences? What motivates artists to create? Does art help you in other areas of your life? How can you develop your art skills?"
Lesson Activities
1. Choose 12" X 15" Drawing Paper
2. Use three line types (horizontal, vertical, diagonal) for the positive space (animals) as a design for the animal drawings
3. Outline three line types (horizontal, vertical, diagonal) for the positive space (animals) with black oil pastel for the Bruce Gray Animal Drawings
Day Two, Art Start
1. Retrieve Bruce Gray Animal Drawings for Assigned Tables
2. Homage To Picasso (2016) Bruce Gray
3. Discussion Questions "What is abstract art? What do you think abstract means? Can you recognize anything in the painting? What emotion is being conveyed in the artwork? Which artwork is abstract? Which work is abstract? What makes these paintings alike? Is the art the idea or is the art the final product? Should people who constructed the piece be given equal credit for the creation? What does this work of art remind you of? What do you think this work of art is made of? Where would you display this work of art? Does this work follow any mathematical principles? How would you describe the patterns in the artwork? How many faces does it have? How many edges does it have?"
Lesson Activities
1. Use drawing techniques (contour, outline, continuous) to add basic shapes (geometric, organic, free form) to the positive space (animal) of the animal drawings
2. Use drawing techniques (contour, outline, continuous) to add basic shapes (geometric, organic, free form) to the negative space (background) of the animal drawings
3. Use drawing techniques (contour, outline, continuous) to add details (patterns, repetition, variation) to the Bruce Gray Animal Drawings
Day Three, Art Start
1. Retrieve Bruce Gray Animal Drawings for Assigned Tables
2. Set Up Studio Area (oil pastels, erasers, pencils, chalk)
Lesson Activities
1. Use complementary colors (red, green; blue, orange; yellow, purple) to fill in the positive space (foreground) of the animal drawings
2. Use complementary colors (red, green; blue, orange; yellow, purple) to fill in the negative space (background) of the animal drawings
3. Add design details (geometric shapes, border, patterns) to the positive space (animal) and negative space (background) of the Bruce Gray Animal Drawings
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Saturday, September 9, 2023
FERNANDO LLORT EL SALVADOR FOLK PAINTINGS
Fernando Llort El Salvador Folk Paintings
Learning Targets
I can...
- Create an original Fernando Llort El Salvador Folk Paintings using drawing techniques learned in class
- Use color combinations (analogous, secondary, complementary), line variation (vertical, horizontal, diagonal), and space (positive, negative) inspired by National Artist (1949-2018) Fernando Llort El Salvador
- Use painting techniques (dry brush, sgraffito, layering) and design principles (composition, gradation, proportion) based on Folk Art
- Define Symbol (a mark, sign, or word that signifies or represents an idea)
Lesson One
Day One, Art Start
1. The Universe Of My Country El Salvador (2005) Fernando Llort El Salvador
2. Rad Painting Joy: The Art And Life Of Fernando Llort by Teddi Ahrens
3. Discussion Questions "Does the artist prefer sculptures, murals, or paintings? How has the artist drawn or painted a picture of God from his mind? Which pieces of artwork represents the soul? How has the artists techniques changed over the years? How has the artist incorporated spirituality into his work? What is the biggest dream for El Salvador as a country? What impact has the civil war had on the artist? Why di the artist choose to use the national birds of Central American countries in his artwork? Who might have inspired this artistic aesthetic? How does the artists' work differ from other Latinx artists- especially those of Mexican descent? How does this artwork differ from other Salvadoran artists who lived in El Salvador? Can art represent a country?"
Lesson Activities
1. Use line types (horizontal, vertical, diagonal) to draw basic shapes (geometric, organic, free form) of subject matter (dreams, national birds, plants) for folk paintings
2. Use ruler, protractor, or compass to divide subject matter (dreams, national birds, plants) into sections for folk paintings
3. Add repetitive patterns (dots, zigzags, swirls, curls) within subject matter (dreams, national birds, plants) of Fernando Llort El Salvador Folk Paintings
Day Two, Art Start
1. Retrieve Fernando Llort El Salvador Folk Paintings for Assigned Tables
2. Cost Of Living (2015) Fernando Llort El Salvador
3. Discussion Questions "What whimsical and repetitive patterns do you notice in this artwork? Why is a world living in peace and harmony important? What could you do personally to bring peace to this planet? Did the artist use line and repetitive patterns in this work? Does your opinion about this artwork change the longer you look at it? If this artwork were music, what would it sound like? What do we know about the artist after viewing this artwork? What emotions do you notice in this artwork? What emotions do you feel when looking at this? How do you think the artist was feeling when creating this artwork? What symbols do you notice in this artwork? How doo you personally relate to or connect with this picture? How might you feel differently about the world after looking at this artwork?"
Lesson Activities
1. Add ornaments (accessories, features, adornments) to subject matter (dreams, national birds, plants) of the folk paintings
2. Use color combinations (analogous, primary, secondary) to fill in the positive space (foreground) of the folk paintings
3. Use color combinations (analogous, primary, secondary) to fill in the negative space (background) of the Fernando Llort El Salvador Folk Paintings
Day Three, Art Start
1. Retrieve Fernando Llort El Salvador Folk Paintings for Assigned Tables
2. Set Up Studio Area (tempera paint, water bucket, paint brushes)
Lesson Activities
1. Add highlights (light source, reflective light) to the positive space (foreground) of the folk paintings
2. Add shadows (cast shadow, shadow) to the negative space (background) of the folk paintings
3. Use compass, protractor, and texture plates to add additional basic shapes (geometric, organic, free form) and line types (horizontal, vertical, diagonal) to the Fernando Llort El Salvador Folk Paintings
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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
FRIDA KAHLO STILL LIFE
Frida Kahlo Still Life
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Learning Targets
I can...
- Create an original Frida Kahlo Still Life using drawing techniques learned in class
- Use color combinations (analogous, complementary, secondary), shape variation (geometric, organic, free form), and space (positive, negative) inspired by Mexican Painter (1907-1954) Frida Kahlo
- Use observational drawing techniques (perspective, proportion, grid measurement) and design principles (composition, alignment, movement) based on Symbolism
- Define Still Life (a work of art that shows inanimate objects from the natural or man-made world)
Lesson One
Day One, Art Start
1. Still Life With Parrot (1951) Frida Kahlo
2. Read Understanding Frida in Context Through Her Still Life: Pitahayas by MMOCA
3. Discussion Questions "How does still life represent the artist's unique identity? What elements in each piece show realism, surrealism, and symbolism? What is unique about Frida Kahlo? What does she tell us about herself in this artwork? What gives hints about her experiences and Mexican Identity in these paintings? What stories do the background of her image tell? What is unique about you that you would like to capture in a still life? Would you consider Still Life: Pitahayas a self portrait? Why or why not? What do objects depicted in this painting tell you about Kahlo's life? What fruits are native to Michigan or the Midwestern United States? What do the volcanic rock and cactus depicted in the painting tell you about the geology and climate of central Mexico? How do they compare to the landforms and vegetation of Michigan? Why do you think Kahlo included a skeleton in this painting? What would you include in your still life that reflects who you are, where you are, and something about your life?"
Lesson Activities
1. Choose 12" X 15" Drawing Paper
2. Add three dimensional shapes (cylinder, pyramid, cone) to the composition of arranged fruit (watermelon, strawberries, oranges) for the personal identity still life
3. Add horizon line in the background (table, fabric, wallpaper) to separate the subject matter from the wallpaper of the Frida Kahlo Still Life
Day Two, Art Start
1. Retrieve Frida Kahlo Still Life for Assigned Tables
2. Viva La Vida, Watermelons (1954) Frida Kahlo
3. Discussion Questions "What was Frida Kahlo's full birth name? Why did Frida Kahlo change hr date or birth on her birth certificate? Why was Kahlo pretending to be three years younger? Why was Frida Kahlo's nationality? Who or what is depicted in most of Frida's paintings? In what year did she joint Mexican Communist Party and fall in love with Diego Rivera? What was the first solo exhibition of Frida Kahlo's work held? When did Frida Kahlo begin her career as an artist? What was Frida and Diego's marriage often called? Who was Frida Kahlo? What are some of Frida Kahlo's most famous paintings? Do you have a favorite artist? What will you include in your artwork that represents what matters to you?"
Lesson Activities
1. Use color combinations (analogous, secondary, complementary) to fill in the positive space (fruit, inanimate objects, flag) of the personal identity still life
2. Use color combinations (analogous, secondary, complementary) to fill in the negative space (background) of the personal identity still life
3. Use painting tools (brayer, palette, paint brush) to add patterns (floral, swirls, dots) to the negative space (background) of the Frida Kahlo Still Life
Day Three, Art Start
1. Retrieve Frida Kahlo Still Life for Assigned Tables
2. Set Up Studio Area (tempera paint, water bucket, paint brushes)
Lesson Activities
1. Add highlights (reflective light, light source) to subject matter (watermelon, oranges, strawberries) of the personal identity still life
2. Add shadows (cast shadow, reflective shadow) to the negative space (background) of the personal identity still life
3. Outline details (pattern, floral, inanimate objects, fruits, vegetables) in the positive space (foreground, middle ground) of the Frida Kahlo Still Life
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