Tuesday, May 9, 2017

April 2017 - Abstract Line and Shape Project

Kindergarten and 1st Grade

Project Title: Abstract Line and Shape Project


Description:
  • Color mixing was introduced using primary, colored, tempera paint and a variety of lines and shapes.  Each abstract composition was further enhanced by introducing pink, turquoise and black accents.  The lesson provided an opportunity to reinforce the basic elements of art: line, shape and color.

Vocabulary: 
  • line vs shape defined
  • types of shapes
  • freeform vs geometric
  • color mixing to get orange, green and purple.

Resources:

  • White Rabbit's Color Book by Alan Baker (Kindergarten)
  • Painting the Town by Denise Minnerty (Grade 1)

Materials:
  • markers
  • tempera paint

Examples of Student Artwork:













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