Cars

Art

• Understanding of form, shape, and perspective through drawing the different parts of cars.
• Exploration of color theory and application in choosing paint schemes for the cars.
• Development of creativity and imagination in designing futuristic or imaginary cars.
• Appreciation of the aesthetic and design elements of various car models.

For continued development, students can explore the history of car design and its impact on popular culture. They can also experiment with digital art tools to create concept art for cars, or even try their hand at modeling cars with clay or other materials to further understand 3D forms and proportions.

Book Recommendations

• "The Art of Cars" by Michael Wallis: A visually stunning book that explores the art and design process behind the Disney-Pixar movie "Cars."
• "Fifty Cars That Changed the World" by Andrew Nahum: This book delves into the history of cars and showcases influential car designs from different eras.
• "Art Cars: A Celebration of the Automobile in Contemporary Art" by Harrod Blank: A fascinating look at how artists have transformed cars into unique works of art, blending creativity and automotive culture.