the way artwork is arranged so that it feels stable and not too heavy on one side.

Types of Balance: Symmetrical, Asymmetrical & Radial

Objective: Students will create a symmetrical watercolor print using liquid watercolors.

When artists use very different elements (like light vs. dark or big vs. small) to make parts of the artwork stand out.

Objective: Students will create a small Zentangle-style letter design, focusing on the contrast between black and white.

The part of the artwork that stands out the most or grabs your attention first. It is the main focus.

Objective: Students will create an abstract Shapes with Emphasis artwork

(Movement) the way an artist leads your eyes through the artwork from one part to another.

(Rhythm) repeated elements that create visual flow.

Objective: Students will study the artist Keith Haring and recreate some of his famous dynamic, movement-filled figures.

when shapes, colors, or lines repeat over and over in an artwork.

Objective: Students will complete a follow-along lesson exploring different patterns and color combinations.

the size relationship between different parts of an object or artwork. It shows how big or small things are compared to each other.

Objective: Students will use a ruler in a follow-along lesson to learn how to draw in one-point perspective.

all parts working well together.

Objective: Students will create a class tessellation artwork.

differences that make art interesting.

Objective: Students will work in groups to create random mystical creatures.

Student Warm Up Lesson

Objective: Students will be creating an island made up of thing about them.

Group activity focusing on art history and artifacts