Negative Space is Positively Geometry (2 - 5)
Overview
| Program Description: |
In this engaging program students explore how negative space (the background we are not focused on) is as important as the object (positive form we focus on) with the use of a plexiglass picture plane... Read more
In this engaging program students explore how negative space (the background we are not focused on) is as important as the object (positive form we focus on) with the use of a plexiglass picture plane and dry erase markers. This program introduces an accessible method of gaining confidence in drawing skills while inviting a shift in perception. Students are guided to creatively transform the image they started with into something completely different. This ability to shift focus from foreground to background and see both sides of an object will inform student understanding of Wit & Wisdom curriculum that asks them to consider two sides of a story, conflict, or idea (literally and figuratively). They gain appreciation that all sides of a story exist simultaneously. Students' plexiglass sketches become original designs. Further drawing development comes when they transfer their plexiglass image onto 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. Students learn that an artist is someone who "sees" from multiple points of view.
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| Available to Grade(s): |
2, 3, 4, 5 |
Logistics
| Program Format: |
In-School Workshop |
| Cost Per Student: |
$10 |
| Number of Visits: |
1 |
| Length of Visit: |
60 minutes |
| Availability: |
all year |
Requirements
| Length Info: |
45 - 90 minutes, or your class period length of time |
| Program Requires Prior Meeting: |
yes |
| Meeting Method: |
Email, Phone |
| Materials Arts Provider Provides: |
plexiglass for picture planes; cutout frames; dry-erase markers; demonstration materials; examples; study guide |
| Materials School Provides: |
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 |
| Space: |
Classroom |
| Space and/or Set Up Requirements for Program: |
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 ad... Read more
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.
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Learning Standards
| Curriculum Focus: |
Social Studies |
| Common Core Standard: |
Grade 5: United States History I Migration and Settlement |
| Art Form: |
Visual Art |
| Core Art Standard: |
Creating Anchor Standard 2: Organize and develop artistic ideas and work. |
| Program Learning Targets: |
Students will differentiate between positive form and negative space.Students will identify a connection between the activity and seeing two sides of a story in the context of human relationship... Read more
Students will differentiate between positive form and negative space. Students will identify a connection between the activity and seeing two sides of a story in the context of human relationships. Students will create a design turning negative shapes into positive form.
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| Wit & Wisdom Connection: |
Grade 4 Module 2: Extreme Settings |
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