Aboriginal Zany

We studied the indigenous art of Australia.  After looking at and discussing samples of indigenous art from Australia, how to draw books and materials were passed out.  The how to draw books gave students the opportunity to choose the subjects for their illustrations and help those who needed assistance drawing images.  Basic ideas were quickly practiced on scratch paper; then re-sketched on black construction paper with white pastel.  The other instructions given were to draw large; draw in background sections and avoid small details.  Students proceeded to color with oil pastels and add more designs elements to complete the assignment.  This assignment was done with 4th graders and their work is wonderful.


 Tags:  aboriginal, aboriginal art, art, children's art, dinosaurs, insects, dogs, penguins, dolphins, fish, snake, pastel.