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Dated: April 27
Symmetry Review
Symmetry Review
Symmetry = exact similar parts facing each other
Symmetry = exact similar parts facing each other
If you remember, symmetry has a middle or a fold where the object will repeat itself like a mirror. This R shaped object, (to the right) if you put a mirror on it's straight side will REFLECT its opposite image. Things that are symmetrical are one way to create a sense of balance in art work. Balance shows equal weight.
Looking at this photograph can you decide where the image could be folded in half or where a mirror could be placed to reflect itself? Does it look balanced?
Looking at this photograph can you decide where the image could be folded in half or where a mirror could be placed to reflect itself? Does it look balanced?
How about this picture? Can you see only one way or more ways to "reflect" this image? Where would the mirror or a fold happen? Visually, does it look balanced?
How about this picture? Can you see only one way or more ways to "reflect" this image? Where would the mirror or a fold happen? Visually, does it look balanced?
In nature you will see many things that are symmetrical. It's called organic, meaning it happens naturally. Look at these butterflies. Decide where their line of symmetry is
In nature you will see many things that are symmetrical. It's called organic, meaning it happens naturally. Look at these butterflies. Decide where their line of symmetry is
If a butterfly was missing a top wing on the left, would it look balanced? Probably wouldn't fly very well, but would also look unbalanced in appearance.
If a butterfly was missing a top wing on the left, would it look balanced? Probably wouldn't fly very well, but would also look unbalanced in appearance.
CHALLENGE
CHALLENGE
Todays challenge is a creative play activity. Using the concept of symmetry and balance, you will create a butterfly using household items. Notice the parts of a butterfly: body, antenna, upper wings and lower wings. What things are around the house you could use to build a butterfly that looks equal on both sides. You are not limited to only one, try creating several. I hope you will have fun creating this challenge. Send me your pictures to rwardwell@alpinedistrict.org
Todays challenge is a creative play activity. Using the concept of symmetry and balance, you will create a butterfly using household items. Notice the parts of a butterfly: body, antenna, upper wings and lower wings. What things are around the house you could use to build a butterfly that looks equal on both sides. You are not limited to only one, try creating several. I hope you will have fun creating this challenge. Send me your pictures to rwardwell@alpinedistrict.org
credits: Mr. Giannetto @youngschoolartwithmr.g on instagram
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