Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will understand the concept of half face stretch art and will create their own unique piece by stretching and distorting a face drawing, enhancing their creativity and artistic skills.

Materials and Prep

• Paper (any type will do!)
• Pencil or pen for drawing
• Colors (crayons, markers, or colored pencils if available)

Before starting, it’s helpful to have a reference image of a face to use as inspiration. This can be a simple drawing or a picture of a person.

Activities

• Introduction to Half Face Stretch Art

  Begin by explaining what half face stretch art is. Show the student examples of how half of a face can be stretched and distorted to create fun and interesting effects.

• Drawing the Half Face

  Have the student draw a simple face on one half of the paper. Encourage them to think about different emotions and expressions while drawing.

• Stretching the Face

  Once the face is drawn, guide the student to stretch and distort the features on the other half of the paper. They can make the eyes bigger, the mouth wider, or even add silly elements like extra ears!

• Coloring and Final Touches

  After the stretching is done, let the student color in their artwork. Encourage them to use bright colors and patterns to make their piece stand out.

• Art Gallery Walk

  Once the art is complete, set up a mini art gallery at home where the student can display their work. Invite family members to come and admire the art!

Talking Points

• "Half face stretch art is all about being creative and having fun with shapes!"
• "What emotions do you think your face can show? Happy, sad, silly?"
• "When we stretch the face, we can change how it looks. What would happen if we made the eyes super big?"
• "Using bright colors can make your art even more exciting! What colors do you want to use?"
• "Art is a way to express yourself. How does your artwork show who you are?"
• "Every artist has their own style. What makes your art different from others?"
• "Let’s celebrate your hard work! How does it feel to share your art with others?"