How Can I Effectively Incorporate The Principles Of Color Field Painting Into A Mixed-media Lesson Plan For 4th-grade Students, Using Materials Such As Tissue Paper, Watercolor Paint, And Glue, While Also Meeting The Requirements Of The Next Generation Art Standards For Elementary Education?

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Lesson Plan: Exploring Color Field Painting with Mixed Media

Grade Level: 4th Grade
Duration: 60 minutes
Materials: Tissue paper (pre-cut into squares/stripes), watercolor paper, watercolor paints, glue sticks, scissors, pencils, paper for planning, examples of Color Field art.

Alignment with Next Generation Art Standards:

  • Creating (VA:Cr1.1, VA:Cr2.1, VA:Cr3.1): Students will create original art using color fields and mixed media.
  • Presenting (VA:Pr4.1, VA:Pr5.1, VA:Pr6.1): Students present their artwork with explanations.
  • Responding (VA:Re7.1, VA:Re8.1, VA:Re9.1): Students analyze and discuss each other's work.
  • Connecting (VA:Cn10.1, VA:Cn11.1, VA:Cn12.1): Students link art to personal experiences and emotions.

Lesson Outline:

  1. Introduction (10 minutes):

    • Introduce Color Field painting, showing examples by Rothko and Frankenthaler.
    • Discuss how colors evoke emotions and moods.

  2. Planning (10 minutes):

    • Students sketch a color field composition on paper, considering color choices and emotions.
    • Encourage planning layers and texture with tissue paper.

  3. Creating (30 minutes):

    • Paint watercolor background on paper.
    • Cut tissue paper shapes and glue onto wet paint for texture.
    • Apply glue coat to seal and protect artwork.

  4. Clean-Up and Sharing (10 minutes):

    • Students clean up and share their work, explaining color choices and emotions.

  5. Conclusion (10 minutes):

    • Group discussion on the process and how colors convey feelings.
    • Discuss connections to personal experiences.

Assessment:

  • Observation during creation.
  • Review of planning sketches.
  • Evaluation of presentations and discussions.

Differentiation and Safety:

  • Provide examples for guidance.
  • Use pre-cut tissue paper and blunt scissors.
  • Ensure smocks are worn for watercolor use.

Display:

  • Showcase artwork with titles and statements, fostering pride and connection.

This lesson plan effectively integrates Color Field principles with mixed media, aligning with art standards and promoting creative learning.