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Can art be made without using art materials? Yes! Some artist use what are called found objects. In other words, they use items they find in their everyday life. Try out these found object lessons below! Do one or do them all! Be sure to photograph your work and send it to me melissa.stiene@cms.k12.nc.us or have your family share on Instagram #bweartathome. Be sure to put all items away when your are finished with your masterpiece!
Sculptor, Tony Cragg was born in Great Britain in 1949 and is still living today. In his early career, he became known for creating colorful collages from ordinary construction materials and household objects that would have been thrown away. The pieces are large in scale. Look carefully and see if there are any objects that you recognize.
Create your own artwork inspired by Tony Craggs work!
Create your own artwork inspired by Tony Craggs work!
Collect a variety of items around your house. Toys, legos, art materials, or any every day type object. Arrange the items in a recognizable shape- maybe a person, animal, word, or even a simple shape like a heart. You may want to draw the outline of the shape first and then add your objects. Be sure to take a photo of your finished work and clean up!
Want to get outside and use some found objects from outdoors? Check out this video that talks about artist Andy Goldsworth's sculptures and demonstrates how you can collect and use natural materials to create your own artwork. Be creative and feel free to create people, animals or radial designs with the the natural materials.
Color Wheel
Color Wheel
A color wheel is a tool that organizes the primary colors and secondary colors. Create a color wheel using found objects around your house. Don't forget to take a photograph and share it with me!
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