Elevate your student's artistic skills with Artistic Pursuits Middle School Book 2: Color and Composition. Building on the foundational principles of Book 1, this curriculum takes a deep dive into the fascinating world of color theory and its application in creating powerful compositions.
This book provides a comprehensive, student-led study perfect for middle schoolers (grades 6-8). The curriculum focuses on one medium: pastels (both hard/soft and oil pastels). Through 68 engaging lessons, students will gain mastery in using this versatile medium to explore key concepts. The lessons are structured to seamlessly integrate art history, art appreciation, and hands-on practice, empowering students to work independently.
Each unit follows a unique four-part approach:
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Building a Visual Vocabulary: Introduces a new artistic concept, such as primary or secondary colors, neutral colors, rhythm, or point of view.
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Art Appreciation and History: Students learn how master artists like Caillebotte, Gauguin, and Degas used color and composition, with a focus on World Art.
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Techniques: Step-by-step guidance on how to use pastels, covering techniques like blending, hatching, and working on colored paper.
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Application: Students create their own original artworks based on the lesson's theme, choosing subjects from their own world and applying their newfound knowledge.
Artistic Pursuits Middle School Book 2 isn't just a book of projects; it's a complete course that teaches students to see the world like an artist, strengthening their observation skills and providing a strong foundation for a lifetime of creative expression.
Key Features:
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Comprehensive Curriculum: A full year's course covering color theory and compositional principles.
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Student-Led: Written directly to the student, no prior art knowledge is required for the student or teacher.
- Focus on Pastels: Develops expertise in using hard, soft, and oil pastels.
- Integrated Learning: Combines art history, appreciation, and practical application.
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Inspiring Content: Features full-color reproductions of world art and student work for inspiration.