Lesson Plan for Year 11 - Art - Advanced Techniques (mixed media, digital art)

Year 11 Art Lesson Plan: Advanced Techniques (Mixed Media, Digital Art)

Lesson Title: Advanced Techniques in Mixed Media and Digital Art

Grade Level: Year 11

Time Frame: 2 hours


Objectives:

  • To understand advanced techniques in mixed media and digital art.
  • To explore the integration of traditional and digital media.
  • To develop skills in various digital art tools and software.
  • To create a mixed media artwork incorporating both traditional and digital elements.

Materials:

  • Traditional art supplies (paint, brushes, paper, pencils, markers)
  • Collage materials (magazines, fabric, glue, scissors)
  • Digital art tools (tablets, styluses, computers)
  • Software (Photoshop, Procreate, or any digital painting software)
  • Projector for demonstrations
  • Printed examples of mixed media and digital artworks
  • Sketchbooks for planning

Lesson Structure:

Introduction (20 minutes)

  1. Welcome and Roll Call (5 minutes)

    • Instructor greets students and takes attendance.
  2. Objective Overview (5 minutes)

    • Briefly explain the objectives of the lesson.
    • Outline what students will accomplish by the end of the session.
  3. Presentation on Advanced Techniques (10 minutes)

    • Use a projector to display examples of advanced mixed media and digital art.
    • Discuss how traditional media can be combined with digital tools to create unique artworks.

Demonstration (30 minutes)

  1. Introduction to Mixed Media Techniques (10 minutes)

    • Demonstrate how to layer various materials (e.g., paint, collage) effectively.
    • Show examples from well-known artists who use mixed media.
  2. Introduction to Digital Art Tools (20 minutes)

    • Demonstrate basic functionalities of digital art software (Layers, Brushes, Textures).
    • Show students how to scan or photograph their traditional art to digitally manipulate it.

Activity (50 minutes)

  1. Creating a Mixed Media Base (20 minutes)

    • Students create a base using traditional materials.
    • Encourage experimentation with textures, colors, and composition.
  2. Digital Enhancement (30 minutes)

    • Scan or photograph the traditional artwork.
    • Import the image into digital software and begin enhancement (adding textures, blending layers, digital painting).
    • Walk around to assist students and provide individual guidance.

Critique and Reflect (20 minutes)

  1. Student Presentations (15 minutes)

    • Have each student present their work to the class.
    • Discuss the techniques used and the creative process.
    • Encourage positive feedback and constructive criticism.
  2. Lesson Review and Closing (5 minutes)

    • Summarize key points learned.
    • Discuss areas for improvement and future applications.
    • Assign homework (if applicable) or further practice tasks.

Assessment:

  • Participation and Engagement: Monitor student involvement during demonstrations and activities.
  • Creativity and Technique: Evaluate the students’ ability to integrate mixed media with digital enhancements.
  • Presentation and Critique: Assess the student’s understanding through their ability to articulate their process and receive feedback.

Homework (Optional):

  • Personal Project: Assign students to create an additional mixed media and digital art piece at home, bringing it to the next class for evaluation.

Resources:

  • Websites or YouTube channels with tutorials on advanced mixed media and digital art techniques.
  • Books on contemporary mixed media and digital artists.

By the end of this lesson, students should have a solid understanding of how to combine traditional and digital art techniques, resulting in a mixed media artwork that showcases their creative and technical skills.