Lesson Plan for Primary 6 - Cultural and Creative Arts - Still Life Drawing

**Lesson Plan: Still Life Drawing for Primary 6** **Subject:** Cultural and Creative Arts **Topic:** Still Life Drawing **Grade Level:** Primary 6 **Duration:** 1 hour --- ### **Objectives:** By the end of this lesson, students will be able to: 1. Define still life drawing. 2. Understand the significance of still life drawing in art. 3. Identify and arrange objects for still life composition. 4. Employ basic drawing techniques to create a still life drawing. 5. Appreciate the use of light and shadow in still life drawing. --- ### **Materials Needed:** - Pencils (HB and 2B) - Erasers - Drawing paper - Objects for still life (e.g., fruits, vases, flowers, bottles) - A light source (table lamp or natural light) - A white cloth or table surface for displaying objects --- ### **Introduction (10 minutes):** **1. Warm-Up Activity:** - Begin with a brief discussion about what still life drawing is. Ask students: - "What do you think still life drawing means?" - "Can you name some objects you might find in a still life drawing?" - Explain that still life drawing involves creating art that depicts inanimate objects, often arranged in an interesting composition. **2. Showing Samples:** - Show some examples of famous still life drawings (from a book, online resources, or prints). - Discuss key features of these drawings, such as the objects chosen, composition, and use of light and shadow. --- ### **Instruction (20 minutes):** **1. Setting Up the Still Life:** - Demonstrate how to arrange the objects on a white cloth or table surface under a light source. Explain how positioning objects can create interesting compositions. - Discuss the importance of perspective and how positioning the objects at different angles can affect the drawing. **2. Basic Drawing Techniques:** - Teach the basic techniques of still life drawing: 1. **Contour Drawing:** Start by drawing the outline of the objects. 2. **Proportion:** Ensure that objects maintain their relative size. 3. **Detailing:** Add details gradually, focusing on texture. 4. **Light and Shadow:** Use shading to represent light and shadow, creating depth. - Demonstrate each step using a simple still life arrangement. --- ### **Activity (20 minutes):** **1. Hands-On Practice:** - Have students select their drawing materials and arrange their chosen objects for a still life composition. - Encourage students to take their time to closely observe the objects before sketching. - Walk around the classroom to provide guidance and support as students draw, giving tips on how to improve their compositions and shading techniques. --- ### **Conclusion (10 minutes):** **1. Sharing and Feedback:** - Allow students to display their drawings. - Facilitate a discussion where students can share their experiences and what they found challenging or enjoyable. - Provide positive feedback and constructive critiques where necessary. **2. Review and Reflection:** - Recap the main points of the lesson: the definition of still life drawing, the importance of composition, and the use of light and shadow. - Ask students to reflect on the following questions: - "What was your favorite part of creating your still life drawing?" - "What challenges did you face while drawing the still life?" **3. Assignment:** - Encourage students to try another still life drawing at home with different objects and to experiment with different light sources, bringing their completed work to the next class for review. --- ### **Assessment:** - Informal assessment through observation during the activity and participation in discussions. - Evaluate students' still life drawings based on their use of composition, proportion, detail, and shading. --- ### **Extension Activity:** - Introduce students to color still life drawing using colored pencils or watercolors in the next class to further their skills and understanding of color theory in art. --- **Note: Adaptations can be made based on students' skill levels and available resources.**