Lesson 3

Shape

Interview with Armando Silva

Listen to Armando talk about his background, how he uses shape, and the meaning behind his murals.

Teaching Materials

Slide Deck (Power Point)

Handouts

Shape Cutouts (PDF)

Learn More (PDF)

Assessments

Group Discussions

Collage

What types of shapes did you use? Geometric, organic, or both?
What inspired your design?
What type of color scheme did you use?

Armando Silva Interview

How does Armando use shape in his art?
In what ways can you identify how Armando’s culture and background influenced his work?
Which of his personal and social identities did Armando talk about?

Supplies

Junk
Pens
Pencils
Markers
Colored Pencils
Copy Paper
Acrylic Paint & Paint Supplies
Glue Sticks
Hot Glue
Scissors
Colored construction and/or scrapbook paper

Spanish Pronunciation

Lesson 3 terms start at 1:37.

Youth Examples

Colorado State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture and Southeast Area (Baca, Bent, Cheyenne, Crowley, Kiowa, Otero and Prowers Counties) cooperating. Extension programs are available to all without discrimination.

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