Project #1 Foot Print Introduction

  Activity:  For this activity, we began by using tissue paper and acrylic paint to create a vibrant background. We selected various pieces of tissue paper to glue onto a sheet of construction paper, forming a unique base for our artwork. Next, we took a second piece of construction paper to design our main picture. For instance, I cut out shapes to create mountains and a volcano, which I glued onto the background. To add more detail, I used oil pastels to draw a blue house and a person with their hands on their mouth, gazing in awe at the erupting volcano. The combination of materials really brought the scene to life! (emphasis) Extension Activity:  An engaging extension activity for this tissue paper and acrylic paint project could involve creating a storytelling component. After completing their artwork, students can write a short story or narrative that explains the scene they’ve created. This could include details about the characters, the setting, and the events unf...

  For this activity, we used a coffee filter, watercolor, crayons, markers, and oil crayons. We created a design with whatever medium we chose, I chose crayons and created orange lines and a blue circle in the middle. I used a white crayon in the middle to write "Aussie" and a picture of a crown. After I did that, I then used watercolors and painted every section a different color.  For an extension activity you could do with this is to have students w rite a short story or poem inspired by their design. This activity encourages creativity while allowing students to explore narrative structure and character development.