| When
I was in Germany, I was the art teacher for grades K-5th. Here are
some examples of artwork that was entered in a contest. Several pieces
of artwork were chosen to be printed in a publication of student art
work. One of my favorite ones is the owl. I just love the expression
on the face... and it was made by a kindergarten student! The white things? Eggs. The owl is guarding the eggs. | We studied
owls in art class- their body shapes, looked at different types in
photographs and I even found recordings of various owls. They
especially loved hearing the owls! The portrait on the top far left?
That's from the face drawing lesson that I did every year with my fourth
graders. I select 4th grade-- because, without any further instruction
or strong natural talent-- most adults stay at the fourth grade level
of people drawing ability. So, I teach them facial placements,
shading, and how to draw 'realistic' human faces. It's probably one of
the most profound differences that you'll see in children's art work-
because, I always have them draw a 'face without any instruction' before
I start the lessons. So, not only do they do such an amazing
realistic face-- but... I also teach them how to use and shade with
pastels! |
1 comment:
I admire those who can draw or paint. It's not something I'm good at. These are beautiful!
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