Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to create art that represents the qualities of experiences and things that are interesting or beautiful.
Materials and Prep
Materials needed: paper, colored pencils or markers, ruler, pencil, eraser.
No prior knowledge required, just bring your creativity!
Activities
1. Nature Walk Sketch: Go for a nature walk and sketch the beautiful things you see like flowers, trees, or animals.
2. Abstract Art: Create a piece of abstract art using different colors and shapes to represent your feelings and experiences.
3. Collage Creation: Cut out pictures from magazines and create a collage that represents things that interest you.
Talking Points
- What is art? Art is a way of expressing yourself and showing what you find beautiful or interesting. Remember, there are no right or wrong answers in art!
- "Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time." - Thomas Merton
- When you are creating art, think about what makes you happy or what you find fascinating. Use colors and shapes to show those feelings.
- "Every artist was first an amateur." - Ralph Waldo Emerson
- Don't be afraid to try new things in your art. Experiment with different techniques and styles to see what you enjoy the most.
- "The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls." - Pablo Picasso