Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will understand what artists do, who they are, and what they create.

Materials and Prep

Materials needed: paper, colored pencils, markers, crayons

No prior knowledge needed for this lesson.

Activities

1. Draw Your Favorite Animal: Use the materials provided to draw your favorite animal. Be creative with colors!

2. Create a Self-Portrait: Draw a picture of yourself, just like artists do. What features do you want to highlight?

3. Design a Fantasy World: Imagine a magical place and draw what it looks like. Artists use their imagination to create new worlds!

Talking Points

• Artists are people who create beautiful things like paintings, drawings, and sculptures. They use their imagination to make art.
• Artists can be anyone - kids, adults, men, and women! Anyone who loves to create can be an artist.
• Artists often get inspired by things around them, like nature, feelings, or even dreams. What inspires you?
• Art can make people feel happy, excited, or even calm. How does art make you feel?
• Artists practice a lot to improve their skills. The more you draw and create, the better you become!