One-point perspective is always a challenge with fifth grade, so I leave it for the end of the year. Although, perspective happens to be something I love to teach! We do a lot of it together, step by step and we talk a lot about the connections to math. This year we ran into all the events happening at the end of the year so they were rushed with their details They used rulers and sharpies for the lines and they had a choice of mediums for the color. They were able to use markers with water or watercolor crayons. To begin the project we looked at renaissance art to discuss perspective and then they looked at a variety of photographs from places like Venice, New England and Mexico. I chose those places for variety and color. A majority of my students are Hispanic and love to look at the architecture in Mexico. The students make great connections as well. Some even recognize some of the towns in my PowerPoint so we can have great discussions!
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Fifth grade finished up a unit on space by learning one-point perspective. They also happened to be learning about outer space in science and language arts. I created a lesson to integrate their classroom learning with their art project. We began by learning how linear perspective began during the Renaissance and discussed some of the art of the period. We then looked at Magritte and how he used space and place unexpected objects next to each other. Students used oil pastel to make their planets. I had photos from NASA of the planets as well as the sun and moon for inspiration. We drew the room together and they were given choice of media to color it. If they had time, they could add something unexpected in their room or in space. They were able to add anything as long as it was school appropriate.
Students learned about how the Masters of the Renaissance perfected the illusion of space and form in art be developing the use of linear perspective. The Renaissance was a great period of learning, discovery and invention. Students began their lesson by viewing the video "Masters of Illusion". The lesson also integrates math, social studies and science! Students also discuss some of the art of the Masters through a PowerPoint. We study the art and look for vanishing points. Among the greats we look at are Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Raphael. I love the student reaction when they begin to realize those are the same names as the teenage mutant ninja turtles! So I have to ask the question..."Can you name a fourth renaissance artist?" Students begin the project by drawing an "x" on their paper. When the pencil drawing is completed, students trace over their lines with permanent black marker. They outline sections of the drawing with water based markers and then paint over them with water. This gives the artwork a look of watercolor, but is much easier for the students to control. I was watching a great show on PBS that relates to innovation and creativity in America today. This is a link to the video which lasts about 53 minutes. America Revealed: Made In America.
Lesson is aligned with ELA Common Core unit "Renaissance Thinking" |
Mrs. Kendell
I was a graphic designer for many years, and then decided to make the leap into art education. I taught elementary art for 8 years. Archives
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