One of our learning objectives is studying Lines and the Elements of Art. I wanted a simple line project that incorporated many different types of lines while also reinforcing landscapes, the other big learning objective in art. We examined various lines, how to create them, and I created a simple handout for the students to refer to, which you can download here.
Directions
With a pencil, create various areas of landscapes, background, middle ground and foreground. Then various lines were added in those areas, especially in the foreground. After all the lines were drawn out, trace over pencil lines with a sharpie or permanent marker.
Step Two
Grab some paint brushes and add color.
I love these connector sets from Faber Castell. So easy to use and they produce such vivid colors.
Let dry.
We discussed the use of various colors and blending techniques with the paints.
These turned out so beautiful. I can’t wait to display these colorful masterpieces.
Keep on Creating!
What paints are these?
Faber Castell Connector Sets. They are like a tempera cake paint, just add water. 🙂
These are gorgeous.
Thank you for great inspiration and for sharing the beautiful works and ideas!
Kind greetings,
Maarit Gunnervall
Switzerland
I am looking at ways to bring art projects in to my AIG middle school classroom. I am required to integrate into the the core subjects. Do you have ideas on how to weave that in, but have the activity focus on the art?
I would start by creating an art lesson then finding literature, science and math to connect to the lessons. Once you get into the habit it becomes second nature. 🙂
What an amazing and fun project! Thank you for much for sharing with us!
really nice projects