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plexiglass for picture planes; cutout frames; dry-erase markers; demonstration materials; examples; study guide

dry erase board and markers for demonstration and artist's notes; copy paper for student work; pencils; scissors for props; student protracters and rulers if measurement applies such as in Math classrooms

Students at tables or desk clusters so they can see white board/front of room. Table or area for artist's materials. With teacher approval, students may move around to look around the classroom for additional negative space shapes.

I CAN identify positive form and negative space. I CAN identify geometric shapes in negative spaces. I CAN create a design turning negative shapes into positive form.

In this engaging program students will use a plexiglass picture plane (provided by the artist) to explore how negative space (the background) is as important as the object (positive form) in creating art and in defining geometric shapes. This very accessible method of drawing what you see (copy) is a fun way for students to develop confidence in drawing while discovering geometric shapes in their environment. Students plexiglass sketches result in original designs which students learn to transfer "draw" to paper by focusing on the negative shapes. During the program the artist uses questions to elicit reflection and observation from students; the artist models concepts and how to use the picture plane; and keeps the lesson moving along with step by step instructions. For higher grades students enjoy an easy way to see perspective as they translate 3 dimensional space and objects into 2 dimensional shapes.

1-2 caregivers are welcome to assist with handing out/collecting materials; to walk around and ensure student understanding of tasks; and to ask questions that help students clarify what they understand.