Year Two
At the conclusion of this project, students were ready to create a Monet-inspired painting featuring a bridge, articulating their artistic vision with appropriate terminology. They delved into the story of "Katie and the Waterlily Pond," exploring Monet’s five masterpieces to gain insights into his creative process and thematic depth.
Following this, they watched instructional videos that demonstrated various techniques for depicting Monet’s iconic bridge. Students used a wide range of materials—including crayons, pens, colored pencils, watercolor paints, acrylic paints, chalk pastels, oil pastels, collage, and sketching pencils. This diverse approach allowed for limitless expression, encouraging them to experiment with different mediums while enhancing their creativity and technical skills.
Pablo Picasso portraiture project
In this art lesson, students immersed themselves in the world of portraiture, aiming to capture the essence of individuals or groups through their artwork. They examined Pablo Picasso's revolutionary style, which is known for its distortion and bold use of colour and line.
The lesson had several objectives. First, students were introduced to portraiture and drew inspiration from Picasso's unique approach. They researched how Picasso influenced the genre, exploring different styles and techniques through practical exercises. Using mirrors, they practiced drawing while employing oil pastels to add colour.
A discussion followed about the purpose of portraiture as a means of capturing likeness. Students examined Picasso’s distinctive methods, focusing on distortion and fragmentation in his work. They reflected on the relationship between the artist and the subject, analyzing the historical and cultural context surrounding Picasso’s creations.
Additionally, students explored how portraiture conveys identity, personality, and emotion. They recognized the diverse techniques artists use to represent people and understood how the context of creation can influence interpretation. The lesson concluded with a contemplation of how art challenges traditional perceptions of representation.
