Last week, the fourth graders moved away from their two dimensional polygons, and began discussing and working with three dimensional geometric shapes- also known as forms, which is an element of art. In order to understand how to draw their shapes, I had students build their own still life using modeling clay. Every student picked a shape card and was responsible for making that shape for the table. After they were done, they then had to draw at least 3 of the forms built by their peers. They had a great time playing with the clay after meeting the objectives.
This past week, I talked to the fourth graders about shading, and how it can make their drawings look 3D. We talked about light and shadows as well as value, another element of art, which helps to define and render a form. I told them this was just practice, and they did an overall amazing job for most of their first times. Look at their shaded forms below!
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The fourthgraders missed two classes in a row due to school events/conferences. Last week they picked up where they left off by drawing a larger 12"x12" grid so they could lay out their paper polygon tiles. I told students that the goal of the project is to create balance, (ideally radial or rotational symmetry). I also assured students that if this was not possible with their polygon, they could use their piece as a tessleation to create a pattern. Considering the amount of class missed, and this complex concept, they're off to a great start and will transition into their new topic this coming week.
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