Lesson Plans - Medium: Painting
Elements of Visual Art - Line
In this one-session lesson, students will be able to identify different types of lines in pieces of artwork and in the environment. Students will then create a painting using different types of lines.
Grades: K, 1, 2, 3
Medium: Painting
Related Subjects: English - Language Arts, Visual & Performing Arts
Time: 1 X 40 minute session
Exploring Color Combinations
In this one-session lesson, students will mix secondary colors from primary colors and will describe the process in writing.
Grades: K, 1, 2
Medium: Drawing, Painting
Related Subjects: English - Language Arts, Visual & Performing Arts
Time: 1 X 40 minute session
Painting 101
Many students love to paint, but it can be a complex project to complete in the classroom. So, crayons and markers are often used for art projects. In this lesson, students will be introduced to color mixing, primary colors, and secondary colors.
Grades: 3, 4, 5
Medium: Painting
Related Subjects: English - Language Arts, Visual & Performing Arts
Time: 1 X 90 minute session
Portrait Sculptures
In this four-session lesson, students will identify characteristics that they have in common with animals. Based on these similar characteristics, the students will create a self-portrait sculpture combining the body structures of different animals.
Grades: 3, 4, 5
Medium: Drawing, Painting, Sculpture
Related Subjects: English - Language Arts, Visual & Performing Arts
Time: 1 X 90 minute session
Printmaking
Using geometric and organic shapes, students will design and create their own stamps as well as practice the art of printmaking in this one-session lesson.
Grades: 3, 4, 5
Medium: Painting
Related Subjects: Mathematics, Visual & Performing Arts
Time: 1 X 50 minute session
