Art-A-Baloo Crew: Shaping Up Organically

Shaping Up Organically

Medium: Water based markers

Reason for Lesson: This lesson is to teach of geometric shapes in art

Prep Time: 15mins

Class Time: Day 1: (1-hour instruction/project time) The docent will discuss 4 theories of Shape Art, including: Minimalism, Cubism, Optical Art, and Supermatism (which is our art... gone organic :) . Then discuss the assignment. Students will trace shapes using pencil, then color with water based markers, then float small puddles of water around picture, let dry overnight.

Day 2: (20-30 minutes) will require either the docent to revisit the class or teacher involvement to finish. Students will trace around watermarks on picture.

Materials: Water based Markers, White Construction Paper, Pencil, Shape Stencils, Water, Ultra Fine Sharpie

Helpful Art Definitions:

Minimalism - A style of art that is super simple!

Cubism - A style that uses flat shapes to create a representation, often not concerned with making it look three dimensional.

Optical Art- Sometimes called "Op art" and refers to artwork that tries to "trick" your eye, or create an optical illusion.

Supermatism- Art that uses super simple shapes. It was named "Supermatism" because the original artists using this technique thought it would Superior to all other art styles

Instructions to Lead Lesson:

DAY 1:

Step 1: Review Shapes with Students. There are many theories of Shape; we will discuss four: Minimalism, Cubism, Optical Art, and Supermatism (which is our art... gone organic :)

Step 2: Before beginning project, have Students write their name on the back of paper.

Step 3: Place shapes randomly on paper. Shapes should overlap to create interest. Trace using pencil.

Step 4: Fill in Shapes using water based markers.

Step 5: Now for turning shapes into organic works of art!...Using a small amount of water, dribble small drops/puddles onto shapes and float water side to side on paper.