Middle School

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Winter Watercolor Landscape:

Grade Level 1-8: Students will learn about the wet-on-wet watercolor wash technique and how to create texture using a sponge and acrylic paint. They will also learn about landscape composition, atmospheric perspective, watercolor painting skills, and will paint their own simple compositions using different colors, shapes, and overlapping skills. Check out the watercolor presentation for great "how-to" tips.

Warhol Color Scheme:

Grade 8: Color schemes can help define an artwork. Students will explore the formal element of color. They will then create an artwork similar to Andy Warhol’s silkscreens that use 6 different color schemes.



Nolan Collages- Asymetrical and Symmetrical Balance:
Grade 8: Students will create a piece of art that shows the interaction between dark and light, positive and negative shapes, and asymetrical and symmetrical balance. Notan is Japanese for the interaction between light and dark.

Driftwood Art Creations:
Grade 8: Driftwood travels in water from one location to another until it finally comes to a resting place. Driftwood has a timeless appeal and many beachgoers see driftwood as beautiful pieces of art. The students will choose a piece of driftwood and then paint the wood to show what subject they see in the wood.

A World Full of Texture Lesson Plan

Students will create a textural sculpture that captures light and shadow using natural materials. While this lesson focuses on texture, the students will utilize their understanding of form, content, and space to develop their sculpture.

Curriculum Connections: Science: Students will be exploring the natural world to gather materials for their sculptures, and will be required to know and discuss the items used. Check out the PowerPoint presentation for some great images!