On a related note, the patterns on the large mural I have been painting by the gym are also inspired by Romero Britto. Did I mention that I love him? Honestly, his art is perfect for this primary level! All of the patterns are painted, and the silhouettes of the kids are slowly being added. When this project is complete, I will add more pictures!
I love Romero Britto. He is happy, he is fun, he is the ideal artist to introduce my little kiddos to! In the past, I have taught a different Britto-inspired lesson to my first graders that focused on colors and patterns. But when I saw this lesson that Cassie Stephens did with her fourth graders, I knew we needed to try it out as well! (Nothing inspires more confidence in 6 and 7 year olds than telling them that they can draw like 4th graders! That is the ultimate compliment I have discovered. :) ) Students worked on drawing their faces. Correct placement and proportion were introduced, but won't be a main focus until later grades. After they drew themselves, students added patterns to their drawings that reflect their own personal likes and interests. To create thick, bold, black outlines, students used Chisel-Tipped Sharpies. They were also given the chance to demonstrate their neatest coloring with crayons and markers. On a related note, the patterns on the large mural I have been painting by the gym are also inspired by Romero Britto. Did I mention that I love him? Honestly, his art is perfect for this primary level! All of the patterns are painted, and the silhouettes of the kids are slowly being added. When this project is complete, I will add more pictures!
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Lauren
1/4/2017 04:45:55 pm
Stephanie, these wall murals are fantastic! Great job!!
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AuthorI am a K - 5th grade art teacher at Wilson Creek Elementary and Anna McDonald School in Manhattan, IL. I am also a mother of two little girls (who share my love of art)! Archives
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