5 sessions; 30 minutes per session

1. SWBAT discuss the difference between shape and form.

2.SWBAT accurately identify each of the basic parts of a hot air balloon and use these terms when discussing their work.

3.SWBAT draw a hot air balloon.

4.SWBAT define values.

5.SWBAT shading.

1. Drawing paper (I used 12 x 18, but you can decide what size works for your class).

2. Pencil.

3. Pick your medium - I used colored pencils, but I can see these working with marks, paint, etc.

4. Computer - to look up references of hot air balloons and patterns.

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1. Teacher will introduce the lesson by teaching the basic parts of a hot air balloon. (5-10 minutes).

2. Teacher will demonstrate how to draw a hot air balloon (5 minutes)

3. Students will practice drawing hot air balloons and designing (and/or searching for) patterns. 20-30 minutes.

4. Students will lightly sketch out their hot air balloons (I required 3) 5-10 minutes

5. Students will shade each gore (rib or bump in the balloon) to show dimensions. They will use the color(s) that will be used in each pattern. 10-30 minutes.

6. Students will lightly sketch out their patterns (1 for each gore) 10-30 minutes.

7. Students will finish coloring each gore or go over each drawn like so it is no longer just a pencil line 10-30 minutes.

8. Students will complete this assignment by coloring the basket and placing a colored pattern in the background 15-30 minutes

I use the following link for the correct hot air balloon terminology.

http://carolinasballoonassociation.com/hot-air-balloons-work/

[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

[5-8] Students use subjects, themes, and symbols that demonstrate knowledge of contexts, values, and aesthetics that communicate intended meaning in artworks

Balance, Color/Value, Contrast, Form, Line, Movement, Proportion/Size, Rhythm/Pattern, Shape, Space, Variety

Acrylic, Colored Pencil, Marker, Painting

Balloons.pdf