2 sessions; 45 minutes per session

SWBAT to define and use shape
SWBAT define and use color
SWBAT to be introduced to balance and will use formal or asymmetrical balance
SWBAT create emphasis

1. Non-bleeding tissue paper
2. Liquid laundry starch
3. Tempera Paint
4. Scissors
5. Reproductions or on line images of paintings by Hans Hofmann
6. Chalk pastels - optional
7. Paint brush

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1. Students will be introduced through visuals to the art of Hans Hofmann.
2. Students will cut squares and rectangles out of non bleeding tissue paper. You may let the colors be free choice or stick to a color scheme.
3. Students will apply liquid starch to the paper and place the tissue paper shapes on top.
4. Students will cover the tissue paper with a coat of liquid starch.
5. When dry, the students will fill all negative spaces with tempera paint.
6. If desired, once the paint is dry, chalk pastels can be added in the same colors as the paint

[K-4] Students use different media, techniques, and processes to communicate ideas, experiences, and stories

[K-4] Students use art materials and tools in a safe and responsible manner

[K-4] Students know the differences between materials, techniques, and processes

[K-4] Students describe how different materials, techniques, and processes cause different responses

[5-8] Students intentionally take advantage of the qualities and characteristics of art media, techniques, and processes to enhance communication of their experiences and ideas

[K-4] Students know the differences among visual characteristics and purposes of art in order to convey ideas

[K-4] Students know that the visual arts have both a history and specific relationships to various cultures

[K-4] Students identify specific works of art as belonging to particular cultures, times, and places

[K-4] Students understand there are various purposes for creating works of visual art

[K-4] Students understand there are different responses to specific artworks

[K-4] Students identify connections between the visual arts and other disciplines in the curriculum

[5-8] Students describe ways in which the principles and subject matter of other disciplines taught in the school are interrelated with the visual arts

Abstract Art

Balance, Color/Value, Contrast, Emphasis, Line, Shape, Unity/Harmony

Chalk, Collage, Mixed Media, Painting, Paper Mache, Tempera