Axel learned about ‘Op Art’ and the works of artists Bridget Riley and M. C. Escher. Inspired by Bridges Riley’s work, Axel created his own Op Art work using the digital drawing app ‘IbisPaint X’ Having learned what tessellation is through the works of M C Escher, While out and about Axel tried finding similar mathematical designs and patterns.

Art

• Axel learned about Op Art and the works of artists Bridget Riley and M. C. Escher.
• Axel created his own Op Art work using the digital drawing app 'IbisPaint X'.
• Axel explored tessellation through the works of M. C. Escher.
• Axel tried finding similar mathematical designs and patterns while out and about.

English Language Arts

• Axel can research more about Bridget Riley and M. C. Escher's artworks and write a report or reflection on their impact in the art world.
• Axel can write a creative story or poem inspired by Op Art or tessellation.
• Axel can practice descriptive writing by describing the mathematical designs and patterns found while exploring.

Math

• Axel can further explore tessellation and create more complex patterns using various shapes and symmetry.
• Axel can study the mathematical principles behind Op Art and experiment with different optical illusions.
• Axel can learn about the golden ratio and its significance in art and nature.
• Axel can measure and calculate the dimensions of his Op Art work.

Science

• Axel can investigate the science behind how our brain perceives optical illusions and how Op Art plays with our visual perception.
• Axel can explore the concepts of symmetry and patterns in nature, such as the Fibonacci sequence and fractals.

For continued development, Axel can try collaborating with other artists or classmates to create a large-scale Op Art project or a tessellation mural. Axel can also experiment with different art mediums, such as creating Op Art sculptures or exploring tessellation in clay or other materials.

Book Recommendations

• The Noisy Paint Box by Barb Rosenstock: A picture book biography about the abstract artist Vasily Kandinsky who was known for his vibrant and musical paintings.
• Through the Looking Glass by Lewis Carroll: The classic novel that features a surreal world with fantastical imagery and themes of perception and reflection.
• The Math Curse by Jon Scieszka: A humorous book that explores how math concepts are found in everyday life and how they can be both frustrating and fascinating.