Crazy Constructions

Author: Dana Twigg  11/26/2001 08:16:00 AM EDT		 TaskStream - Advancing Educational Excellence

VITAL INFORMATION
Subject(s):
Art, Mathematics, Vocational Studies
 
Topic or Unit of Study:
Application of the many forms of perspective into a construction design
 
Grade/Level:
7-8
 
Objective:
To encourage creative thinking
To demonstrate skill and understanding of perspective concepts
To encourage the use of depth in our students development of drawing
 
Summary:
The students will create a 3D drawing that they designed using perspective skills covered in class. The drawing will be shaded using values of grey shown earlier in the color unit.
 
IMPLEMENTATION
Learning Context:
Understanding skills needed and developing skills in the area of drawing is essential to the young artists experience in art. The review of earlier lessons in perspective and the addition of advanced concepts used in a project where the skills are actually used to create something original shows the students not only how, but also why.
 
Procedure:
The students will sketch a flat construction containing angled planes, stairs, stacked boxes and openings in flat planes. Using the perspective concept of 2 point and oblique perspective, the students will then render an accurate 3D version of their sketch. The students will present their work shaded in values of grey in relation to a single light source.
 
Sample Student Products:
These are some examples of finished "Crazy Constructions" done by my 7th grade art classes.
Attachments
  1. perspective1
  2. perspective2
  3. perspective3
 
Collaboration:
Students will work collaboratively & individually. Students will work in groups of 1.
 
Time Allotment:
9 class periods. 40 Min. per class.
 
Author's Comments & Reflections:
This activity teaches students that they can create drawings that look 3D. It gives them confidence to take these skills and apply them to all applications of drawing in other areas of art. The skills covered are a great introduction to drafting and architecture skills that may be of interest later.
 
MATERIALS AND RESOURCES
Instructional Materials:  
 
Resources:
  • Materials and resources:
    Rulers
    T-Squares
    Drafting Triangles
    pencils
    markers
 
STANDARDS & ASSESSMENT
Standards:
PA- Pennsylvania Academic Standards
• Subject : Arts and Humanities
• Area 9.1: Production, Performance and Exhibition of Dance, Music, Theatre and Visual Arts
• Grade : Grade 8
 Standard A.: Know and use the elements and principles of each art form to create works in the arts and humanities.
 Standard C.: Identify and use comprehensive vocabulary within each of the arts forms.
 Standard H.: Demonstrate and maintain materials, equipment and tools safely at work and performance spaces.
 Standard K.: Incorporate specific uses of traditional and contemporary technologies in furthering knowledge and understanding in the humanities.
• Area 9.3: Critical Response
• Grade : Grade 8
 Standard A.: Know and use the critical process of the examination of works in the arts and humanities.
 Standard F.: Apply the process of criticism to identify characteristics among works in the arts.
 
Assessment Plan:
The students work will be reviewed daily for correctness and development. When completed the drawings will be critiqued by the student and by the instructor on several criteria.
 
Assessment/Rubrics:
Rubrics
  1. Art Class