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Principles of Design: Organizing Composition
6 lessons
Goal
Learners will understand and apply the principles of design—emphasis, pattern, movement, contrast, balance, proportion, and unity—to create intentional compositions.
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Emphasis: Creating a Center of Interest
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Standards Covered
- 117.114(b)(1)(B)Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · Art · 4th grade · Grade 4use appropriate vocabulary when discussing the elements of art, including line, shape, color, texture, form, space, and value, and the principles of design, including emphasis, repetition/pattern, movement/rhythm, contrast/variety, balance, proportion, and unity; and
- 117.114(b)(1)(C)Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · Art · 4th grade · Grade 4discuss the elements of art as building blocks and the principles of design as organizers of works of art.
- 117.114(b)(2)(B)Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · Art · 4th grade · Grade 4create compositions using the elements of art and principles of design; and
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5 lessons
Finding Inspiration from Life and Imagination
Learners will identify personal experiences, memories, surroundings, and imagination as rich sources for original artworks, and practice combining real and imagined elements.
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5 lessons
Developing and Sharing Original Artworks
Learners will plan, develop, and create an original artwork using sketches, the elements of art, and principles of design, then communicate the story behind their art.
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6 lessons
Elements of Art: Building Our Vocabulary
Learners will identify, describe, and apply the elements of art—line, shape, form, color, texture, space, and value—using accurate terminology.
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6 lessons
Principles of Design: Organizing Composition
Learners will understand and apply the principles of design—emphasis, pattern, movement, contrast, balance, proportion, and unity—to create intentional compositions.
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8 lessons
Exploring Traditional Art Media and Techniques
Learners will experiment with a variety of hands-on art-making media, from drawing and painting to sculpture and fiber art, building foundational technical skills.
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4 lessons
Digital Art, Photography, and Cross-Curricular Connections
Learners will create art using digital and photographic tools, then connect art-making to science and math concepts through guided cross-curricular projects.
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8 lessons
Art Across Cultures, History, and Careers
Learners will compare artworks from diverse cultures and time periods and discover art-related careers.
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8 lessons
Looking Closely: Evaluating and Sharing Art
Learners will evaluate artworks using art vocabulary, respond to art orally and in writing, and compile a personal portfolio.