Pop-Up Animal and Watercolors

This fourth grade project combines different watercolor techniques for a background with observational drawings of animals. Using a photo of an animal to draw from, students created a large drawing as the subject of the piece. We experimented with four techniques of watercolor painting. We learned about wet on wet, crayon resist, dry brush and the use of salt to create texture. Using some of these techniques students made decisions on how to artistically create a background environment for their animals. Using foam stickers students placed their animals on their backgrounds. The results were beautiful and exciting!

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Name Transformations

For the first mini drawing project, students were asked to write their first names in bubble or block letters and transform them into objects that reflect their unique personalities. Here are some amazing examples!!

Texture and Animal Emphasis Project

This lesson was inspired by two separate ideas, the first involving the use of pattern and texture, and the second, applying color theory to create a focal point. The discussion started with the concept of texture and visual texture and how one can create different textures. I held a contest where each table was challenged to write down as many examples of textures they could think of. The winning group had over sixty different textures!!! We then talked about how to draw these textures and practiced by repeating lines and/or shapes. The next part of the lesson was selecting an animal to be the focal point of the piece. The students were asked to create emphasis through their use of a color scheme demonstrating their understanding of color relationships from the color theory unit. A critique was held to view and talk about the finished product. Check them out below...

3rd and 4th Grade Symmetrical Name Aliens

Third and Fourth Grade started the year off with a lesson on symmetry and pattern. After writing their names on a folded piece of paper, the names were cut out and details added. Patterns were introduced and added to their name aliens.

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