Illusion Collusion - 2D vs. 3D - The Art of Education University

Lesson Plan

Description

Students will explore what happens when a painting extends beyond the traditional flat picture plane. They will create acrylic paintings combining the illusion of three-dimensional space with three-dimensional elements that extend beyond the picture plane into space.

Level

Intermediate

Areas of Study

Acrylic Shape Space Math STEAM

Collections

Advanced Math Concepts

Lesson Objectives

Students will plan and design a painting using new materials and forms.

Students will make models to experiment with different structures and compositions.

Students will use new materials and forms to create a painting combining the illusion of 3D and 3D elements.

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Teaching Strategies

Facilitate discussion on artists who use 3D and the illusion of 3D.
Demonstrate thumbnail sketching as visual brainstorming.
Demonstrate new methods and approaches in making works of art and the proper use of art materials.
Demonstrate making a model showing 3D and the illusion of 3D.

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National Standards

Create

Demonstrate openness in trying new ideas, materials, methods, and approaches in making works of art and design.

VA:Cr2.1.6a

Apply relevant criteria to examine, reflect on, and plan revisions for a work of art or design in progress.

VA:Cr3.1.8a

Demonstrate willingness to experiment, innovate, and take risks to pursue ideas, forms, and meanings that emerge in the process of art- making or designing.

VA:Cr2.1.8a

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Time Requirements

Teacher Prep Time

20 minutes

Demonstration Time

20 minutes

Student Studio Time

3 hours

Supplies and Materials

Sketchbooks
Pencils
Geometric objects for sketching
Foam core or cardboard (recycled when possible)
Craft knives, cutting mats, scissors
Acrylic paint & paintbrushes
Water containers and palettes
hot glue guns and glue sticks

National Standards

Create

Demonstrate openness in trying new ideas, materials, methods, and approaches in making works of art and design.

VA:Cr2.1.6a

Apply relevant criteria to examine, reflect on, and plan revisions for a work of art or design in progress.

VA:Cr3.1.8a

Demonstrate willingness to experiment, innovate, and take risks to pursue ideas, forms, and meanings that emerge in the process of art- making or designing.

VA:Cr2.1.8a

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Steps

Brainstorm

Facilitate discussion on artists who use 3D and the illusion of 3D. Make sketches for a composition that combines 3D elements with the illusion of 3D.

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