Pastel Technique Practice
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Description
Students will observe and investigate koi fish and their natural habitat. They will explore and experiment with various ways to use pastels as they create a realistically styled koi pond drawing.
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Lesson Objectives
Students will observe and investigate the parts of a koi pond: water, rocks, plants, and types of koi fish.
Students will learn how to draw a koi fish and create a variety of fish that are aesthetically pleasing to them.
Students will complete their drawings by adding various natural elements found in ponds.
Teaching Strategies
- Lead a discussion on koi pond habitats.
- Demonstrate how to draw a koi fish.
- Explain how some fish are solid in color and others have organic shape patterns.
- Demonstrate how to use pastels and experiment with pastels.
National Standards
Create
Use observation and investigation in preparation for making a work of art.
VA:Cr1.2.1aExplore uses of materials and tools to create works of art or design.
VA:Cr2.1.1aDemonstrate an understanding of the safe and proficient use of materials, tools, and equipment for a variety of artistic processes.
VA:Cr2.2.3aTime Requirements
Teacher Prep Time
10 minutes
Demonstration Time
20 minutes
Student Studio Time
1 hour and 30 minutes
Supplies and Materials
- Gray and blue construction paper
- Chalk pastels
- Oil pastels
- White glue
- Liquid starch
- Paper towels
- Spray fixative
National Standards
Create
Use observation and investigation in preparation for making a work of art.
VA:Cr1.2.1aExplore uses of materials and tools to create works of art or design.
VA:Cr2.1.1aDemonstrate an understanding of the safe and proficient use of materials, tools, and equipment for a variety of artistic processes.
VA:Cr2.2.3a
Steps
Discuss & Practice Drawing
Discuss and examine Koi habitats. Talk about what Koi fish need to thrive.
Practice drawing koi fish.
Practice chalk pastel techniques.
Experiment with colors and designs.
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