If students have not been introduced to the books and art of Eric Carle, read The Very Hungry Caterpillar or watch the animated video on YouTube. We discussed how he made the illustrations and watched this video showing his process. Children made painted paper with WARM colours. They painted their entire paper with one warm … Continue reading Painted Paper Butterflies~ Eric Carle inspired- Prep →

Paul Klee Portrait- warm / cool colours (Art lesson for Prep – Yr1)

Paul Klee- Head of a Man My Prep classes were learning about use of colour to show emotions and feelings, so this activity was a good follow on to learn about warm and cool colours. Students learnt about what an ABSTRACT portrait is, in particular ‘Senecio’ 1922 by Paul Klee to inspire making a portrait … Continue reading Paul Klee Portrait- warm / cool colours (Art lesson for Prep – Yr1) →