Radial Design

Essential Question(s):

• How does different cultures use art? What is a temporary artwork?

Targets:

• • Students will:

    • Find and describe lines in the environment and in artworks.

    • Create an abstract/non-objective radial artwork using lines, shapes, and color.

    • Explore the life and works of artists: MC Escher, Navajo sand painters, stain glass window artists and Tibetan Monks.

    • Critique my artwork and others by:

      • Describe: Tell exactly what you see ( Who is the artist? What year was it created? Do not use value word such as ugly or pretty).

      • Analyze: Use the elements of art and principles of design to reflect upon the artwork.

Student Examples: