Reflection #2

What? In class we explored visual arts. We learn about terms like line, shape, color, value, texture, and space. We also learned about principles like proportion, balance, variety, rhythm, emphasis, and unity. These are important things to think about when looking or creating art. Art is up to your imagination but you will find you will have at least one of these terms or principles in every piece of art.

So What? As a teacher I understand that I need to be aware of these terms and principles and their definitions. I want my students to understand them as well. The best way to learn something is through example. So I would show them a piece of art and have them point of the terms in the work. Then they can go about creating their own work with those terms in mind. Art is every where you look and it creates harmony and a soothing atmosphere.

Now What? I think a great idea to make sure all my students understand these concepts is to show a piece of artwork for each term. This way they can also see how they can apply them to their art. I never really considered all of these term when looking at art but now when I look they stick out like a sore thumb. I really want my student to be able to produce great works of art and I think that these terms are the first stepping stones to achieve that.