Art Appreciation

Art appreciation develops visual literacy while providing opportunities for creative self-expression through colour and pattern.

• Framework: IPC
• Unit: Shapes and Patterns
• Learning area: Visual Arts
• Level: Levels 1-3

Objectives

• Appreciate colour patterns in artwork
• Use art for self-expression
• Describe and respond to creative work

Materials

• Art prints from various artists, styles, eras, and cultures
• Paints
• Large white paper
• Easels (optional)

Instructions

Children study artwork, focusing on colour patterns, then create their own art expressing personal colour choices.

Educator tip

Set up easels for a more authentic artist experience when space and materials allow.

Assessment

Teacher observation of student's participation, art creation, and ability to describe choices.

More from Shapes and Patterns

• Movement Pattern
• Patterns in Rhythm
• Hokey Pokey Dance
• Pattern Play
• Hop in the Hoops
• People Pattern
• Hide and Seek Matching Shapes
• Felt Shape Match Up