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Reading Sculptures

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Consider the elements and principles of design closely while examining works of art. Learners select an image from the provided pieces to write about in relation to the elements and principles of design. They then sketch and sculpt their own work of art, emphasizing one particular principle or element. 

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Concepts
principles of design, design, elements of design
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Additional Tags
elements of design, principles of design, sculpture, inuit art, visual and performing arts
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Instructional Ideas
  • Extend the plan by asking pupils to create more than one sculpture; they can choose different elements of design to emphasize in each piece
Classroom Considerations
  • The plan does not come with a slide show of images, but you might create your own with the provided images
Pros
  • Lesson includes a writing task to encourage pupils to think about how design elements can be used to create emphasis
  • Comes with a rubric, a glossary, images to show your class, extension ideas, and more
Cons
  • None