HomeJSS 2Cultural and Creative ArtsMastering the Elements of Design in Art Cultural and Creative Arts JSS 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Mastering the Elements of Design in Art Cultural and Creative Arts JSS 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Elements of Design – JSS 2 Lesson Plan

Subject: Cultural and Creative Arts

Class: JSS 2

Term: First Term

Week: 1

Age: 12–13 years

Topic: Elements of Design

Sub-topic: Meaning of Elements of Art

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

  1. Define colour.
  2. List the elements of fine art.
  3. Define line, shape, and form.
  4. Explain the historical origin of art.

Keywords

  • Elements of art
  • Line
  • Colour
  • Shape
  • Texture
  • Value
  • Space

Set Induction

Start by asking students what makes artwork attractive and creative. Then explain that the features they mentioned are called the Elements of Design.

Entry Behaviour

Students are familiar with basic shapes, lines, and colours from previous classes.

Learning Resources and Materials

  • Drawing sheets
  • Pencils, rulers, erasers
  • Crayons, colour markers
  • Pictures of different lines, shapes, and objects

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Students have previously engaged in drawing basic shapes and colouring them in primary school.

Embedded Core Skills

  • Creativity
  • Critical thinking
  • Communication

Learning Materials

  • Lagos State Scheme of Work
  • Visuals of art elements such as line, shape, and colour

Instructional Materials

  • Flashcards showing different types of lines
  • Colouring books
  • Art reference posters

Content

Elements of Art

The Elements of Art are the basic building blocks that form any artwork. Without these elements, creating art is difficult. These elements are also referred to as the Elements of Design. They include:

Line

A line is a mark made by moving a tool, like a pencil, across a surface. Without lines, drawing would not be possible.

Types of Lines:

  1. Horizontal line
  2. Vertical line
  3. Zigzag line
  4. Angular line
  5. Broken line
  6. Dotted line
  7. Coiled line
  8. Curved line
  9. Wavy line
  10. Spiral line

Shape/Form

Shape refers to the appearance of objects. There are two main types of shapes:

  1. Geometric Shapes (triangle, circle, square, etc.)
  2. Non-Geometric Shapes (shapes without defined parts like shells or stones).

Texture

Texture describes how something feels or looks. It can be smooth or rough. For example, a rock may feel rough, while paper feels smooth.

Colour

Colour is a pigment used in art to make it beautiful and attractive. Examples include red, blue, green, and yellow.

Space

Space is the open area within or around an object in art. Artists use space to create balance in their work.

Value

Value refers to the lightness or darkness of a colour. This is used to give depth to artwork, making objects look real and solid.

Board Summary

  • Elements of Art are basic features in art.
  • Line is a mark made by a tool.
  • Shape is the form of an object.
  • Texture describes surface quality.
  • Colour is a pigment used in art.
  • Space is the area around objects.
  • Value is the degree of lightness or darkness in a colour.

Evaluation

  1. What is a line in art?
  2. Give two examples of geometric shapes.
  3. Define texture.
  4. What is the purpose of value in art?
  5. List the five elements of design.

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions on Elements of Design

  1. A _____ is a mark made by a tool moving across a surface.
    a) Shape
    b) Line
    c) Texture
    d) Colour
  2. The element of art that describes the lightness or darkness of a colour is called _____.
    a) Space
    b) Line
    c) Value
    d) Texture
  3. Shapes that have definite parts like triangles and circles are called _____ shapes.
    a) Organic
    b) Non-geometric
    c) Geometric
    d) Irregular
  4. The smoothness or roughness of an object’s surface is referred to as _____.
    a) Value
    b) Texture
    c) Space
    d) Line
  5. An element of art that makes a picture look attractive and colourful is _____.
    a) Value
    b) Colour
    c) Space
    d) Shape
  6. A _____ line moves straight up and down.
    a) Horizontal
    b) Vertical
    c) Zigzag
    d) Curved
  7. The type of line used to show waves in an artwork is a _____ line.
    a) Vertical
    b) Coiled
    c) Wavy
    d) Zigzag
  8. Objects like shells and stones are examples of _____ shapes.
    a) Geometric
    b) Non-geometric
    c) Triangular
    d) Circular
  9. The area around or within objects in an artwork is called _____.
    a) Value
    b) Line
    c) Space
    d) Shape
  10. _____ is an important element of art used for drawing and outlining objects.
    a) Line
    b) Shape
    c) Value
    d) Space
  11. A circle is an example of a _____ shape.
    a) Non-geometric
    b) Geometric
    c) Freeform
    d) Organic
  12. Artists use _____ to make objects in their art appear more realistic and 3-dimensional.
    a) Colour
    b) Shape
    c) Texture
    d) Value
  13. A line that bends and changes direction is called a _____ line.
    a) Spiral
    b) Zigzag
    c) Vertical
    d) Broken
  14. The purpose of _____ in art is to make objects in the picture look more solid and realistic.
    a) Space
    b) Value
    c) Line
    d) Texture
  15. _____ refers to the way an object feels when touched or looks as though it would feel.
    a) Space
    b) Line
    c) Texture
    d) Value

Class Activity Discussion:

  1. What is the most important element of art?
    Answer: All elements are important, but line is crucial for drawing.
  2. What are geometric shapes?
    Answer: Geometric shapes have defined parts, like triangles and circles.
  3. Can shapes be without definite parts?
    Answer: Yes, such shapes are called non-geometric shapes.
  4. How do artists use texture?
    Answer: Artists use texture to show how something feels, like rough or smooth.
  5. What is colour used for?
    Answer: Colour is used to make art attractive and beautiful.
  6. How do lines affect a drawing?
    Answer: Lines create the outline and structure of a drawing.
  7. What is space in design?
    Answer: Space is the area around or within objects in artwork.
  8. What is value in art?
    Answer: Value refers to the lightness or darkness of a colour.
  9. Can we use more than one element in art?
    Answer: Yes, most artwork uses multiple elements.
  10. What is the difference between line and shape?
    Answer: A line is a mark, while a shape is the form of an object.
  11. Why is value important?
    Answer: Value gives depth and realism to art.
  12. What are examples of non-geometric shapes?
    Answer: Shells, stones, and cowries.
  13. How can you tell if a surface is rough?
    Answer: You can see or feel the rough texture.
  14. What type of lines are used for waves?
    Answer: Wavy lines are used for drawing waves.
  15. How many types of lines are there?
    Answer: There are ten types of lines.

Presentation

Step 1

The teacher revises the previous topic, asking students to recall key points about colours and shapes.

Step 2

The teacher introduces the new topic, “Elements of Design,” explaining that these are the building blocks of all art.

Step 3

Students are encouraged to name examples of lines, shapes, and colours in their environment. The teacher corrects any mistakes and guides the discussion.

Teacher’s Activities

  • Display visuals of different elements of design.
  • Ask students to draw examples of the elements, like lines or shapes.
  • Encourage discussion about how each element is used in artwork.

  • Meaning of Elements of Art

    Elements of art are the basic features that make a successful artwork. It is also referred to as elements of design.  Some art fundamentals referred to elements of art as grammar of art. The elements of art are as follows:

    1. Line
    2. Color
    3. Shape/form
    4. Texture
    5. Value
    6. Space

    LINE

    It is a mark or impression made by the movement of any writing tool against a surface. Line is one of the most important elements of art because without it drawing cannot take place.

    Types of Lines

    Horizontal line
    Vertical line
    Zigzag line
    Angular line
    Broken line
    Dotted line
    Coiled line
    Curved line
    Wavy line
    Spiral line

    SHAPE/FORM

    Shape is the form or physical appearance of an object. There are two types of shape namely; geometric and non geometric shapes. Geometric shapes are triangle, circle, square, trapezium, pentagon etc. Non geometric shapes are those that have no definite parts eg shell, cowries, stones etc.

    TEXTURE

    Texture is the surface quality of a material. Texture refers to the smoothness or roughness of the surface of the object.

    COLOUR

    Colour is a pigment substance use for creative artwork. It is an important  element of art because it makes art  work looks attractive and beautiful. Colour is used for painting. Examples of colour are: red, blue, green, orange, purple or violet, etc.

    SPACE

    Space is generally defined as an open place or unlimited extension in all direction.

    VALUE

    Value is the degree of lightness or darkness of colour applied to a drawing or a painting. The introduction of light and shade in grade of tones makes objects look real and solid.

     

     

Learners’ Activities

  • Observe the teacher’s drawings of different types of lines and shapes.
  • Engage in a group activity, drawing objects that show various elements of design.
  • Evaluation
    1. List any two (2) elements of art.
    2. Define line? Draw any 4 types of line you know.
    3. What is colour?
    4. List any five (5) colours you know around you.
    5. What is Art
    6. Who were the early men?
    7. What art techniques were used by the early men?
    8. List 4 art techniques were used by the early men?
    9. Mention 4 art tools that were used by the early men
    10. Write out 3 materials that were used by the early men

     

Evaluation Questions

  1. What is the definition of colour?
  2. Name three types of lines.
  3. What is texture?
  4. List two types of shapes.
  5. What does value add to an artwork?
  6. How does space affect an artwork?
  7. What is the function of lines in art?
  8. Define non-geometric shapes.
  9. How many elements of design are there?
  10. Explain what makes an artwork look realistic.

Conclusion

The teacher moves around the class, checking students’ work and providing corrections and feedback.

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