ELEMENTS OF DESIGN
Subject :
Cultural and Creative Art
Term :
First Term / 1st Term
Week:
Week 1
Class :
JSS 2 / Basic 8
Previous lesson :
The pupils have previous knowledge of Our Values in their previous classes
Topic :
ELEMENTS OF DESIGN
Behavioural objectives :
At the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to
- define colour
- list the elements that make up fine art
- define lines, shapes and form
- say the historical beginning of art
Instructional Materials:
- Wall charts
- Pictures of different types of houses
- Related Online Video
- Flash Cards
Methods of Teaching:
- Class Discussion
- Group Discussion
- Asking Questions
- Explanation
- Role Modelling
- Role Delegation
Reference Materials:
- Scheme of Work
- Online Information
- Textbooks
- Workbooks
- 9 Year Basic Education Curriculum
- Workbooks
Content:
ELEMENTS OF DESIGN
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:
- Line
- Color
- Shape/form
- Texture
- Value
- 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.
Presentation
The topic is presented step by step
Step 1:
The class teacher revises the previous topics
Step 2.
He introduces the new topic
Step 3:
The class teacher allows the pupils to give their own examples and he corrects them when the needs arise
Conclusion
The class teacher wraps up or concludes the lesson by giving out a short note to summarize the topic that he or she has just taught.
The class teacher also goes round to make sure that the notes are well copied or well written by the pupils.
He or she does the necessary corrections when and where the needs arise.
Evaluation
- List any two (2) elements of art.
- Define line? Draw any 4 types of line you know.
- What is colour?
- List any five (5) colours you know around you.
- What is Art
- Who were the early men?
- What art techniques were used by the early men?
- List 4 art techniques were used by the early men?
- Mention 4 art tools that were used by the early men
- Write out 3 materials that were used by the early men
Assignment: READ ABOUT THIS TOPIC IN PREPARATION FOR THE NEXT LESSON
PRINCIPLES OF ART