Objective
By the end of this lesson, Audrey will be able to represent the qualities of experiences and things that are interesting or beautiful by choosing among aspects of subject matter in her artwork.
Materials and Prep
- Sketchbook or paper
- Pencils and erasers
- Coloring materials (markers, colored pencils, crayons)
- No prior knowledge required
Activities
1. Nature Walk Sketching: Take a nature walk and sketch the interesting and beautiful things you see. Focus on capturing the details that stand out to you.
2. Collage Creations: Cut out pictures from magazines or newspapers that you find fascinating. Create a collage by arranging and gluing them onto a piece of paper.
3. Colorful Creations: Use your coloring materials to add vibrant colors to your sketches and collages. Experiment with different color combinations.
Talking Points
- What is art? - "Art is a way to show the interesting and beautiful things we see in the world through drawings and colors."
- Why is it important to express ourselves through art? - "Art helps us share our feelings and thoughts in a creative way."
- How can we choose what to draw or create? - "Think about what interests you or what you find beautiful, and use that as inspiration for your art."
- What can colors and details do for our artwork? - "Colors and details can make our art more exciting and help us express what we see and feel."