Imaginative and Creative Drawing Cultural and Creative Arts Primary 5 First Term Lesson Notes Week 8

Cultural and Creative Arts Primary 5 First Term Lesson Notes Week 8

Subject: Cultural and Creative Arts
Class: Primary 5
Term: First Term
Week: 8
Age: 10 years
Topic: Imaginative and Creative Drawing
Sub-topic: Understanding and Creating Imaginative Drawings
Duration: 40 minutes

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

1. Describe what imaginative drawing is.
2. Draw from their imagination.
3. Interpret their own and others’ created artwork.

Keywords: Imaginative Drawing, Creativity, Interpretation, Artwork, Visual Expression

Set Induction:

• Display various imaginative drawings from famous artists or students to spark interest. Discuss what makes these drawings unique.

Entry Behaviour:

• Pupils should have basic drawing skills and an understanding of colors and shapes.

Learning Materials:

• Drawing paper, colored pencils, markers, example artworks, and reference images.

Instructional Materials:

• Projector or board for showing examples (if available), drawing materials for each pupil.

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:

• Discuss previous lessons on basic drawing techniques and how they can be used to express creativity. Connect this to the concept of drawing from imagination.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Creativity, visual interpretation, descriptive skills, and self-expression.

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary 5 Cultural and Creative Arts.

Content:

1. Description of Imaginative Drawing:
   • Definition: Drawing that comes from the artist’s imagination rather than copying from real life.
   • Features: Unique, creative, often abstract or surreal, and reflects personal thoughts or fantasies.
   • Purpose: To express ideas, emotions, and creative thoughts visually.
2. Drawing from Imagination:
   • Steps:
     1. Think of a concept or idea you want to draw.
     2. Sketch out your idea lightly with a pencil.
     3. Add details and color to bring your imagination to life.
     4. Use various drawing tools and techniques to enhance your work.
3. Interpreting Created Artwork:
   • Interpretation: Understanding what the artwork represents based on its visual elements.
   • Discussion: Encourage pupils to describe what they see in their own and others’ drawings and how it makes them feel.
   • Examples: Look at various artworks and discuss possible meanings or stories behind them.

Evaluation (Fill-in-the-Blank Questions):

1. Imaginative drawing involves creating artwork from __________.
   a) Reality
   b) Imagination
   c) Nature
   d) History
2. One feature of imaginative drawing is that it is often __________.
   a) Simple
   b) Abstract
   c) Realistic
   d) Literal
3. To start an imaginative drawing, you should first __________ your idea.
   a) Erase
   b) Ignore
   c) Sketch
   d) Copy
4. When interpreting artwork, you should look at its __________ elements.
   a) Historical
   b) Visual
   c) Written
   d) Mathematical
5. Imaginative drawings can reflect __________ thoughts and emotions.
   a) Random
   b) Personal
   c) Scientific
   d) Mathematical
6. Adding __________ to your drawing helps bring it to life.
   a) Text
   b) Details
   c) Numbers
   d) Labels
7. The purpose of imaginative drawing is to __________ ideas and feelings visually.
   a) Hide
   b) Ignore
   c) Express
   d) Restrict
8. When discussing your drawing, it’s helpful to explain what it __________ to you.
   a) Costs
   b) Means
   c) Measures
   d) Represents
9. Imaginative drawings are often more __________ than realistic drawings.
   a) Simple
   b) Complex
   c) Accurate
   d) Structured
10. To enhance your imaginative drawing, use different __________ techniques.
    a) Writing
    b) Color
    c) Reading
    d) Talking
11. When interpreting someone else’s artwork, you should consider the __________ behind it.
    a) Artist’s feelings
    b) Cost of materials
    c) Artist’s age
    d) Size of the artwork
12. The __________ part of imaginative drawing is often the most unique.
    a) Color
    b) Shape
    c) Imagination
    d) Size
13. In imaginative drawing, the artist’s __________ is an important element.
    a) Imagination
    b) Position
    c) Name
    d) Background
14. To improve your imaginative drawing skills, practice __________ different ideas.
    a) Copying
    b) Ignoring
    c) Exploring
    d) Hiding
15. Imaginative drawings often tell a __________ story or concept.
    a) Literal
    b) Clear
    c) Abstract
    d) Simple

Class Activity Discussion (FAQs with Answers):

1. Q: What is imaginative drawing?
   A: Drawing that comes from the artist’s imagination rather than from real life.
2. Q: What are some features of imaginative drawing?
   A: It can be unique, abstract, and reflects personal thoughts or fantasies.
3. Q: How do you start an imaginative drawing?
   A: Begin by thinking of an idea, sketching it lightly, and then adding details and color.
4. Q: What should you consider when interpreting artwork?
   A: Look at the visual elements and think about what the artwork represents or means to you.
5. Q: Why is imaginative drawing important?
   A: It allows for personal expression and creativity, reflecting ideas and emotions visually.
6. Q: How can you enhance your imaginative drawing?
   A: Use different techniques and tools to add details and bring your drawing to life.
7. Q: What role does imagination play in drawing?
   A: It helps create unique and personal artwork that is not limited to what is seen in real life.
8. Q: How can discussing artwork help in understanding it?
   A: It provides different perspectives and helps explore the meanings and emotions behind the artwork.
9. Q: What kind of drawings can be considered imaginative?
   A: Drawings that are abstract, surreal, or based on personal fantasies and ideas.
10. Q: What are some common tools used in imaginative drawing?
    A: Pencils, colored pencils, markers, and different types of paper.
11. Q: How does imagination affect the drawing process?
    A: It allows the artist to create unique and personal artworks that reflect their own ideas and feelings.
12. Q: Why is it important to interpret artwork?
    A: To understand and appreciate the different messages and emotions that the artwork conveys.
13. Q: What can you learn from creating and interpreting imaginative drawings?
    A: You can develop creativity, improve your ability to express ideas, and better understand visual arts.
14. Q: How does creative drawing contribute to personal development?
    A: It enhances self-expression, problem-solving skills, and the ability to think outside the box.
15. Q: How can imaginative drawing be used in everyday life?
    A: It can be used to express emotions, solve problems creatively, and enhance personal or professional projects.

Presentation:

1. Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic, “Meaning and Objectives of Traditional Apprenticeship System,” discussing how drawing skills are part of creative arts.
2. Step 2: The teacher introduces imaginative drawing by explaining its features and importance.
3. Step 3: Pupils create their own imaginative drawings and share them with the class for interpretation.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Explain the concept of imaginative drawing and its features.
• Demonstrate how to draw from imagination.
• Facilitate discussions on interpreting artwork and guide pupils in creating their own drawings.

Learners’ Activities:

• Create drawings from their imagination.
• Share and discuss their artwork with classmates.
• Interpret their own and others’ creations.

Assessment:

• Evaluate pupils’ ability to describe, create, and interpret imaginative drawings.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is imaginative drawing?
2. How do you start an imaginative drawing?
3. What features make a drawing imaginative?
4. How can you enhance your imaginative drawing?
5. Why is interpreting artwork important?
6. What role does imagination play in drawing?
7. How does discussing artwork help in understanding it?
8. What tools are commonly used in imaginative drawing?
9. How can imaginative drawing be applied in real life?
10. What can you learn from creating and interpreting imaginative drawings?

Conclusion:

• The teacher reviews the key points about imaginative and creative drawing.
• The teacher goes around to mark pupils’ drawings and provide feedback on their creative expression and interpretation.