Mondrian and Mishima

Lesson Plan

Description

Students will analyze the works of Piet Mondrian and create their own unique composition influenced by his style on a clay tile. They will define their directional lines using inspiration from the Mishima technique before glazing the surface shapes with primary colors.

Level

Beginner

Areas of Study

Ceramics Color Line

Collections

Slab Pottery

Lesson Objectives

Students will analyze and discuss works by the artist Piet Mondrian.

Students will safely use tools and techniques with clay to create lines and shapes.

Students will use the Mishima-inspired technique to inlay color in textured lines before glazing the surface.

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Teaching Strategies

Facilitate a discussion about the artwork of Piet Mondrian focusing on lines and shapes.
Demonstrate ceramics methods including the inlay technique of glazing.
Explain the safe use of tools for clay in forming lines and shapes.
Guide students in the development of their ideas and choosing shapes.

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National Standards

Create

Demonstrate safe and proper procedures for using materials, tools, and equipment while making art.

VA:Cr2.2.1a

Explore uses of materials and tools to create works of art or design.

VA:Cr2.1.1

Demonstrate safe and proper procedures for using materials, tools, and equipment while making art.

VA:Cr2.2.1

Make art or design with various materials and tools to explore personal interests, questions, and curiosity.

VA:Cr1.2.2

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Time Requirements

Teacher Prep Time

20 minutes

Demonstration Time

10 minutes

Student Studio Time

1 hour and 40 minutes

Supplies and Materials

Slab shape templates or large cookie cutters
Slab cutter & canvas mats
Clay
Craft sticks, rulers, & straws
Flat-tipped paintbrushes
Water cup & sponges
Glaze (red, yellow, blue, clear)
Black underglaze

National Standards

Create

Demonstrate safe and proper procedures for using materials, tools, and equipment while making art.

VA:Cr2.2.1a

Explore uses of materials and tools to create works of art or design.

VA:Cr2.1.1

Demonstrate safe and proper procedures for using materials, tools, and equipment while making art.

VA:Cr2.2.1

Make art or design with various materials and tools to explore personal interests, questions, and curiosity.

VA:Cr1.2.2

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Steps

Gather Materials & Discuss Mondrian

Gather project materials. Analyze and discuss the lines, shapes, and color in Piet Mondrian’s paintings. Discuss the three primary colors, directional lines, and shapes formed by lines.

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