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 One Point Shape Perspectives

Learning Targets

I can...

• Create an original One Point Shape Perspectives using drawing techniques learned in class
• Use shape variation (geometric, organic, free form), line types (horizontal, vertical, diagonal), and form (two dimensional, three dimensional) inspired by Impressionist Painter (1848-1894) Gustave Caillebotte
• Use core drawing techniques (scale, simple forms, spatial relationships) and design principles (proportion, variation, contrast) based on Impressionism
• Define Vanishing Point (a point where parallel lines appear to converge in the distance)

Lesson One
Day One, Art Start

1.  The Bridge Of Europe (1876-1877) Gustave Caillebotte

2. Read The Mysteries of Harris Burdick by Chris Van Allsburg

3. Discussion Questions "Which direction are the lines facing in all the examples (vertical, horizontal, perspective, diagonal)? Do you see any lines that do not follow these rules? What art skills, subject area, or big idea is being taught? How does this art skill translate into an everyday life skill? Which sides of the object would be visible and which sides of the object would be hidden? What knowledge do my students need to possess to create a one point perspective drawing? Are there cultures that did not use linear perspective? Where do you think the road goes to in the distance? What happens to things as they get further away from you? Where would you have to look to see the very end of a long hallway? How can we make our drawings look like they have depth? Why do things in the distance look smaller than things that are close to you? Do you see any lines that look like they are going far, far away?"

Lesson Activities

1. Use three geometric shapes (cylinder, cone, pyramid) to represent a mood (happy, angry, sad) for the shape perspectives

2. Use tints (white grey black) to fill in the positive space (foreground, three dimensional shapes) for the shape perspectives 

3. Use tints (white grey black) to fill in the negative space (background) of the One Point Shape Perspectives 

Day Two, Art Start

1. Retrieve One Point Shape Perspectives for Assigned Tables 

2. Paris Street, Rainy Day (1877) Gustave Caillebotte

3.  Discussion Questions "What colors are being used in this artwork? Which area of the artwork is emphasized by the artist? Which part of the art is most important? How did the artist use space? How did the artist use balance? How did the artist use proportion? How would you describe this artwork to someone who has never seen it? What do we know about the artist after viewing this artwork? Who do you think this artwork was created for? Why do you say that? How do you think that artist feels about the final product? How do you think this artwork was made? Why do you think this artwork was made? Why do you think this artist created this work? 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 he created this artwork? How did the artist use line, shape, and color to contribute to the mood or meaning? What title would you give this artwork?" 

Lesson Activities

1. Add three different lines (horizontal, vertical, diagonal) to add visual interest in the shape perspectives 

2. Use colored construction paper to fill in the positive space (foreground, three dimensional shapes) of the shape perspectives

3. Use colored construction paper to fill in the negative space (background) of the One Point Shape Perspectives 

Day Three, Art Start

1. Retrieve One Point Shape Perspectives for Assigned Tables 

2. Set Up Studio Area (paper cut outs, rulers, geometric shape templates, pencils, erasers) 

Lesson Activities

1. Use black sharpie markers to outline the three dimensional shapes (cylinder, cone, pyramid) and line types (horizontal, vertical, diagonal) of the shape perspectives 

2. Use color combinations (analogous, secondary, complementary) to fill in the positive space (foreground, three dimensional shapes) of the shape perspectives

3. Use color combinations (analogous, secondary, complementary) to fill in the negative space (background) of the One Point Shape Perspectives 

Artist Examples

Student Examples

One Point Perspective 

Learning Targets

I can...

• Create an Original One Point Perspective using computer techniques learned in class
• Use line types (horizon, ground, perpendicular), form (two dimensional, three dimensional), and value (lightness, darkness) inspired by Italian Renaissance Architect (1377-1446) Filippo Brunelleschi
• Use mathematical connections (grid drawing, angles, three dimensional shapes) and design principles (movement, balance, composition) based on Renaissance Art
• Define Vanishing Point (point at which receding parallel lines viewed in perspective appear to converge)

Lesson One
Day One, Art Start

1. Bedroom In Arles (1888) Vincent Van Gogh
2. The Delivery of Keys to Saint Peter (1481-1482) Pietro Perugino
3. Discussion Questions "What is one point perspective used for? Can you name the solid shapes in this picture? What are some techniques developed during the Renaissance? What other angles can you think of? Does the word perspective scare you from creating more complex artwork? Do you feel like being precise and using grids can take away from the fun of creating? Would you like to be able to create drawings or paintings that transmit a sense of depth and space? What are the three main characteristics of one point perspective? What types of lines are used in one point perspective? In one point perspective, dimensions are estimated or measured? Which of these drawings are in one point perspective? What is a vanishing point? What is one point perspective used in drawing?"

Lesson Activities

1. Choose 12" by 15" Drawing Paper
2. Use pencil to draw basic shapes (cylinder, sphere, rectangle prism) of the positive space of one point perspective drawings 
3. Use line types (horizontal, vertical, diagonal) to fill negative space (background) of one point perspective drawings

Day Two, Art Start

1. Retrieve One Point Perspective for Assigned Table
2. The Last Supper (1498) Leonardo Da Vinci
3. Discussion Questions "What do these two famous paintings have in common? Where is the vanishing pint located in a one-point perspective drawing? If a building rises above the horizon line, can you see the top of it? What parts of a cylinder would you see if you were placed below the horizon line? In a one-point perspective drawing, how many vanishing points are there? What artist first used linear perspective? Why was the incorporation of accurate perspective important to the advancement of art? What have you learned about space and perspective? What is one point perspective used for? Can you name the solid shapes in this picture? What are some techniques developed during the Renaissance?"

Lesson Activities

1. Use value (lightness, darkness) to fill in positive space (three dimensional shape) of one point perspective drawings
2. Use value (lightness, darkness) to fill in negative space (background) of one point perspective drawings
3. Use line type (horizontal, vertical, diagonal) to fill in negative space (background) with designs (stripes, dots, waves) for one point perspective drawings 

Day Three, Art Start

1. Retrieve One Point Perspective for Assigned Table
2. Set Up Studio Area (cardboard squares, glue sticks, scissors)

Lesson Activities

1. Add highlights (light source, reflective light) to positive space (three dimensional shapes) of one point perspective drawings
2. Add shadows (cast shadow, shadow) to negative space (background) of one point perspective drawings
3. Use stop motion program (iMotion, FlipaClip, Stop Motion) to add an animation to one point perspective drawings 

Artist Examples

Student Examples