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What is a drawing?

life drawing: line, shape, form, value

Introduction

What is a drawing?

In this lesson, Students age 9 to 10 will have a basic introduction to life drawing and how to depict an object from observation. Students will explore the perception and representation of an object within the space by life-drawing a cup and a cylinder.

Life drawing composition with line, shape and value

Learning Objectives

Students will learn how to represent objects using line, and value and will get a basic understanding of shapes and shade. They will build essential life-drawing skills, like observation, and coordination.

Principles & Elements of Art

Elements Covered in this Lesson

Shape, Form, Value, Line

Principles Covered in this Lesson

Balance, Contrast, Emphasis, Rhythm, Unity

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