PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN CULTURAL AND CREATIVE ARTS LESSON NOTE PLAN PRIMARY 4 WEEK 5

PLAN LESSON NOTE

CULTURAL AND CREATIVE ARTS SECOND TERM E NOTES FOR BASIC FOUR

ART AND CRAFT

WEEK 5

Subject : Cultural and Creative Arts

Class : Primary 4

Term :Second Term

Week : Week 5

Topic : PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN

Previous Lesson:

CARE OF ENVIRONMENT 

Learning Objectives : By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

• explain principles of design,
• categorise principles of design,
• create object with some of the principles listed.

Learning Activities 

• Pupils in small groups,
• discuss the principles of design.
  In pairs, Categorise principles of design and share with the class.
• Pupils as individuals,
  create object with principles
  of design discussed.

Embedded Core Skills 

• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Communication and Collaboration
• Leadership skills and Personal Development
• Citizenship
• Creativity and Imagination

Audio Visual Resource 

• Drawing book, Pencils, Ruler,
  Eraser etc.
• Chart where principles of design
  listed.

PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN

The principles of design are a set of guidelines that artists and designers use to create artwork that is visually appealing and communicates a message effectively. There are several different principles of design, each of which helps to create a well-designed piece of art or design. Here are some examples of each principle:

1. Balance: Balance is the distribution of visual weight in a piece of art or design. A well-balanced design will feel stable and harmonious. For example, a seesaw is balanced when both sides have equal weight.
2. Contrast: Contrast refers to the use of different elements (such as color, shape, or texture) to create visual interest and make certain parts of a design stand out. For example, a black cat on a white background creates a strong contrast.
3. Emphasis: Emphasis is the use of certain elements to draw the viewer’s attention to a particular part of a design. For example, a bright red heart in the center of a drawing emphasizes the love theme.
4. Movement: Movement is the way the viewer’s eye moves through a design. It can be created through the use of lines, shapes, or other elements that lead the eye from one part of the design to another. For example, the lines on a road sign create a sense of movement, leading the viewer’s eye in a particular direction.
5. Pattern: Pattern is the repetition of elements (such as lines, shapes, or colors) in a design. It creates a sense of rhythm and can help unify different parts of a design. For example, a checkerboard pattern is made up of repeating squares.
6. Proportion: Proportion refers to the relative size and scale of different elements in a design. A well-proportioned design will feel balanced and visually pleasing. For example, a house with a door that is too small for the rest of the building would look out of proportion.
7. Unity: Unity is the sense of coherence and harmony in a design. It is created through the use of consistent elements (such as color or shape) that tie different parts of a design together. For example, a painting of a flower garden may use the same shade of green throughout to create unity

CATEGORIES OF DESIGN:

1. Visual Elements: These are the building blocks of art and design that artists use to create their work. The visual elements include line, shape, form, color, value, texture, and space.

• Line: A line is a mark made by a moving point. It can be thick, thin, straight, curved, or zigzag. For example, the outline of a drawing is made up of lines.
• Shape: A shape is a two-dimensional area that is defined by a boundary, such as a square or circle. For example, a cartoon character’s head can be represented by a circle.
• Form: A form is a three-dimensional object that has length, width, and height. For example, a sculpture of a person is a three-dimensional form.
• Color: Color refers to the hue, value, and intensity of light. It can be used to create different moods or emotions. For example, a sunset can be represented by warm colors like red and orange.
• Value: Value is the lightness or darkness of a color. It can be used to create contrast and depth in a design. For example, shading in a drawing creates value.
• Texture: Texture is the surface quality of an object. It can be rough, smooth, or somewhere in between. For example, the texture of a tree bark can be rough and bumpy.
• Space: Space is the area around, between, or within objects. It can be used to create depth, perspective, and movement in a design. For example, the empty space in a painting can create a feeling of isolation.

2. Principles of Organization: These principles refer to how the visual elements are arranged and used in a design. The principles of organization include balance, contrast, emphasis, movement, pattern, proportion, and unity.

• Balance: Balance is the visual distribution of elements in a design. For example, a seesaw is balanced when both sides are even.
• Contrast: Contrast refers to the differences between elements in a design. For example, black and white create strong contrast.
• Emphasis: Emphasis refers to the part of a design that draws the viewer’s attention. For example, a bright color can create emphasis.
• Movement: Movement refers to the way the viewer’s eye moves through a design. For example, lines can create movement.
• Pattern: Pattern refers to the repetition of elements in a design. For example, a checkerboard pattern is made up of repeating squares.
• Proportion: Proportion refers to the size relationships between elements in a design. For example, a person’s head should be proportional to their body.
• Unity: Unity refers to the overall coherence and harmony of a design. For example, using consistent colors throughout a design creates unity.

3. Design Process: This refers to the steps an artist or designer takes to create their work. The design process typically includes researching, brainstorming, sketching, refining, and presenting

Evaluation

1. Which of the following is not a visual element of art and design? A. Color B. Value C. Contrast D. Texture Answer: C. Contrast
2. Which principle of design refers to the distribution of visual weight in a design? A. Contrast B. Movement C. Balance D. Pattern Answer: C. Balance
3. Which visual element refers to the surface quality of an object? A. Line B. Shape C. Texture D. Space Answer: C. Texture
4. Which principle of design refers to the use of different elements to create visual interest and make certain parts of a design stand out? A. Emphasis B. Unity C. Proportion D. Movement Answer: A. Emphasis
5. Which design process step involves creating preliminary sketches to explore ideas? A. Refining B. Presenting C. Researching D. Brainstorming Answer: D. Brainstorming
6. Which principle of design refers to the repetition of elements in a design? A. Balance B. Contrast C. Pattern D. Proportion Answer: C. Pattern
7. Which visual element refers to the lightness or darkness of a color? A. Value B. Texture C. Shape D. Form Answer: A. Value
8. Which principle of design refers to the overall coherence and harmony of a design? A. Contrast B. Emphasis C. Unity D. Pattern Answer: C. Unity
9. Which design process step involves refining initial ideas and making decisions about the final design? A. Brainstorming B. Researching C. Sketching D. Refining Answer: D. Refining
10. Which visual element refers to the three-dimensional shape of an object? A. Line B. Form C. Space D. Texture Answer: B. Form

Homework

1. __________ refers to the distribution of visual weight in a design. Answer: Balance
2. __________ is the repetition of elements in a design. Answer: Pattern
3. __________ refers to the lightness or darkness of a color. Answer: Value
4. The design process typically includes __________, brainstorming, sketching, refining, and presenting. Answer: researching
5. __________ is the surface quality of an object. Answer: Texture
6. __________ refers to the use of certain elements to draw the viewer’s attention to a particular part of a design. Answer: Emphasis
7. __________ refers to the relative size and scale of different elements in a design. Answer: Proportion
8. __________ is the way the viewer’s eye moves through a design. Answer: Movement
9. The building blocks of art and design are called __________ elements. Answer: visual
10. __________ refers to the overall coherence and harmony of a design. Answer: Unity

Lesson Presentation

Revision

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• CARE OF ENVIRONMENT 

Introduction (5 minutes):

1. Begin by asking the students what they know about art and design.
2. Explain that today, they will be learning about the principles of design, which are a set of guidelines that artists and designers use to create visually appealing and effective artwork.
3. Ask students to think about what makes a good piece of artwork, and encourage them to share their thoughts with the class.

Presentation (20 minutes):

1. Introduce the seven visual elements of art and design (line, shape, form, color, value, texture, and space), using examples and explanations that are appropriate for the grade level.
2. Introduce the seven principles of design (balance, contrast, emphasis, movement, pattern, proportion, and unity), again using examples and explanations that are appropriate for the grade level.
3. Discuss how artists and designers use these principles to create effective artwork, and provide examples of artwork or design that illustrate each principle.
4. Hand out the handouts with definitions and examples of each principle, and allow students to review them on their own.

Activity (20 minutes):

1. Divide students into small groups.
2. Provide each group with a piece of paper and some art supplies (such as markers, colored pencils, or crayons).
3. Ask each group to create a design that uses at least two visual elements and one principle of design.
4. Allow students to work on their designs for about 10-15 minutes.
5. After the allotted time, have each group present their design to the class and explain which visual elements and principles of design they used.

Conclusion (5 minutes):

1. Recap the seven visual elements and seven principles of design that were covered in the lesson.
2. Ask students to share what they learned or what surprised them about the principles of design.
3. Remind students that the principles of design can be used not only in art and design, but also in other areas such as graphic design, architecture, and even interior design.

Assessment:

Students will be assessed based on their participation in the group activity and their ability to identify and explain the principles of design

Weekly Assessment /Test

1. What are the building blocks of art and design called? Answer: Visual elements
2. Which principle of design refers to the distribution of visual weight in a design? Answer: Balance
3. What is the surface quality of an object called? Answer: Texture
4. Which principle of design refers to the repetition of elements in a design? Answer: Pattern
5. What is the use of certain elements to draw the viewer’s attention to a particular part of a design called? Answer: Emphasis
6. Which principle of design refers to the overall coherence and harmony of a design? Answer: Unity
7. What is the way the viewer’s eye moves through a design called? Answer: Movement
8. Which visual element refers to the three-dimensional shape of an object? Answer: Form
9. What is the lightness or darkness of a color called? Answer: Value
10. Which principle of design refers to the size relationships between elements in a design? Answer: Proportion