4th Grade: Geometric vs. Organic Shapes, Lines, and Textures!

In 4th Grade at the start of the year we reviewed the Elements of Art and took a special look at shape. We learned that shape is a flat enclosed area that is 2-D (length, width) and can be geometric or organic.

For this project we sectioned off a square piece of drawing paper and divided it into 4 sections. They practiced geometric shapes and lines in the two sections across from each other on the paper and organic shapes and lines on the opposite boxes. I challenged students to use pen instead of pencil for this project because it helps them to practice making strong, confident, and beautiful lines. Not having the ability to erase away a mistake was uncomfortable at first for these little artists, but they soon got the hang of it and grew to enjoy it and excel at it. You should be very proud. Here are some examples of exceptional work:

3rd Grade: Textures, Lines, and Shapes!

At the start of the year 3rd Grade students reviewed the Elements of Art and learned more in depth about line, shape, and texture. I challenged students to use pen instead of pencil for this project because it helps them to practice making strong, confident, and beautiful lines. Not having the ability to erase away a mistake was uncomfortable at first for these little artists, but they soon got the hang of it and grew to enjoy it and excel at it. You should be very proud.

Students started out by tracing their hand on a paper and then dividing the hand into more manageable sections. After a few worksheets practicing various textures, the students began to fill in each section with a different designs and patterns. The results were so lovely and just as unique as the hand that created them! Here are some examples of exceptional work:

Sketchbooks Reminder

This is a gentle reminder to please purchase your students sketchbooks. They must be at least 8.5x11in. You can find them at any arts and crafts store, Walmart, and even some corner drug stores. Students draw in their sketchbooks almost every day so it is extremely important. In 5th Grade, sketchbooks are part of their grade. At this point in the semester, every 5th grader should have a sketchbook. Not having one will directly affect their grade.