Our students recently got to design
their very own treehouses! In this art lesson, we focused on how to use the
Elements and Principles of Art to create amazing treehouse layouts. The key to
this project was learning about design and how to carefully plan out each part
of the treehouse.
What
We Learned
Students explored the idea of design
and layout by thinking about where everything should go. Should the ladder be
on the side or in the middle? How many windows does a treehouse need? By asking
these questions, students made thoughtful choices about how their treehouse
would look. Did it have a swing? What other details could you add? Had students
think outside the box.
We also talked about how lines,
shapes, colors, and textures help bring the treehouse to life. Using the
Principles of Art, like balance and contrast, students made sure their
treehouses were interesting to look at while still being well-organized.
Creative
Choices
Each student got to pick the art
supplies they wanted to use. Some chose markers for bright colors, while others
used crayons, colored pencils, or even paint. This freedom helped them express
their ideas in their own unique way.
Thinking
Like an Artist
We also practiced the Studio Habits of
Mind, which are ways that artists think. Students used skills like planning,
trying new ideas, and looking closely at details. They stretched their
creativity by exploring different designs and working through challenges.
The
Final Results
After finishing their treehouses,
students shared their artwork and talked about their design choices. It was fun
to see how each treehouse was different! The lesson taught us that careful
planning, creativity, and thoughtful design can turn simple ideas into
extraordinary art.
This project showed that when we focus
on good design and layout, we can make something special! Have you ever built a
house? Have you ever experienced a remodel of your home or beach house? These
were key factors in our class discussion as they worked.
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