Fantasy Patterned Portraits

Lesson Plan

Description

Students will create a surrealist-style, fantasy collage portrait using magazine images. Students will create new meaning by experimenting with applying patterns throughout the body, hair, accessories, and background.

Level

Areas of Study

Fantasy Collage Markers Pattern Surrealism

Collections

Introduction to Surrealism

Lesson Objectives

Students will discuss the characteristics of Surrealism.

Students will select magazine portrait images to include in their work.

Students will design a body, hair, accessories, and a background with pattern and line.

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Teaching Strategies

Facilitate a discussion on the images and ideas of surrealism.
Guide students in choosing a magazine portrait and attaching it to background paper.
Demonstrate drawing an animal or human-like body surrounding the portrait.
Teach how to incorporate patterns to create complex designs.

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National Standards

Create

Elaborate on an imaginative idea.

Brainstorm multiple approaches to a creative art or design problem.

Elaborate on an imaginative idea.

Brainstorm individual and collaborative approaches to a creative art or design problem.

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Time Requirements

Teacher Prep Time

25 minutes

Demonstration Time

20 minutes

Student Studio Time

1 hour and 30 minutes

Supplies and Materials

Magazines
Black marker
9” x 12” construction paper
Glue stick & scissors
Paintbrushes
Water cup
Pencil & eraser

National Standards

Create

Elaborate on an imaginative idea.

Brainstorm multiple approaches to a creative art or design problem.

Elaborate on an imaginative idea.

Brainstorm individual and collaborative approaches to a creative art or design problem.

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Steps

Discuss

Participate in a discussion of surrealism. Compare and contrast images.

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Instructional Materials

Anchor Chart

Types of Pattern

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Reference

Nature Patterns

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Reference

What is Surrealism?

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Flex Literacy Guide

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Formative

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