There are several free paint software programs both on the PC and Mac. Here is a list of lessons and ideas to use with these programs.
1. Study the work of Piet Mondrain using the following Web sites
You
will find Paint on your start up menu in Accessories.
Create a line and shape composition using the straight-line feature.
Fill areas to complete a pleasing arrangement of shape and color. What
is your color plan? Is there a center of interest? Is the composition
balanced? Save file as your
last name – Mondrian. Save as JPEG or bit map (we will convert to JPEG
on the machines that do not allow JPEG save option)
2. Linear Perspective. Learn
about the tools of linear perspective from the following Web sites:
Create
a composition using one point perspective.
Include a minimum of three objects drawn in linear perspective.
Include at least one rounded shape using spray paint to shade (making
the sphere look three dimensional). Save file as your last name-
perspective. Save as JPEG or bit map (we will convert to JPEG on the
machines that do not allow JPEG save option).
3. Shape combined with text.
Study the work of Stuart Davis
Create a composition
using text, geometric shapes, irregular shapes. Create a center of
interest. Color planning will be important. Save as JPEG or bit map
(we will convert to JPEG on the machines that do not allow JPEG save
option).
TRY SOME OF THESE MORE
CHALLENGING LESSONS:
Technology
Lesson Plans Computer graphics lessons--
by Carolyn Roberts
Submitted by
Stephanie Cavallaro
Tessellations
In my high
school graphic art classes, I incorporate tessellations into my lessons
on positive negative space in layouts. We usually all work around the
table first before moving to the computer. I hand out paper squares,
scissors, pencil, and scotch tape. I walk them through the process of
creating a free form tessellating shape from their square. Then we have
fun trying to use our imaginations to turn the shapes into something
recognizable. So the kids help each other and you hear comments like,
"That looks like a turtle playing football!" I facilitate by
trying to help the less creative students see their shapes. Believe it
or not, I have wiggly eyes on hand. The kids try turning their shape in
various ways, then place a wiggly eye or two around and often times they
see something instantly! Voila! Inspiration has occurred!
Once everyone has an idea, we move to the computers to use Adobe
Illustrator to create the 12 x 18 tessellation. Then the technology
really comes in handy!
