Lesson Plan for Grade 3 - Art - Drawing and Painting Techniques

### Grade 3 Art Lesson Plan: Drawing and Painting Techniques **Subject:** Art **Grade Level:** 3 **Lesson Topic:** Drawing and Painting Techniques **Duration:** 60 minutes **Objectives:** - Students will learn basic drawing techniques such as sketching, shading, and outlining. - Students will explore fundamental painting techniques including watercolor blending, brush control, and color mixing. - Students will create a piece of artwork that incorporates both drawing and painting techniques. - Students will develop their fine motor skills and eye-hand coordination. - Students will understand how different media can be used together to create a cohesive piece of art. **Materials Needed:** - Drawing paper - Pencils (HB, 2B) - Erasers - Colored pencils - Watercolor paints - Paintbrushes (various sizes) - Cups for water - Paper towels - Palettes (or paper plates) for mixing colors - Examples of artwork showcasing different techniques (printed or digital) **Preparation:** - Set up the classroom with materials at each workstation. - Prepare a presentation with examples of different drawing and painting techniques. - Have a sample artwork ready to show as a reference. ### Lesson Sequence: **Introduction (10 minutes):** 1. **Greeting and Attendance:** Welcome students and take attendance. 2. **Introduction to the Lesson:** Explain the objectives of the lesson. "Today, we are going to learn some cool drawing and painting techniques that will help you create amazing pieces of art!" 3. **Show Examples:** Use a digital presentation or hand out printed examples showcasing different drawing techniques (e.g., sketching, shading) and painting techniques (e.g., watercolor blending, brush control). **Instruction (15 minutes):** 1. **Demonstrate Drawing Techniques:** - Start with basic sketching. "When we sketch, we're making quick, light lines that can be easily erased. This helps us plan our drawing." - Show how to add shading. "Shading makes our drawings look more 3D. We can shade by pressing harder on the pencil or by layering lines." - Discuss outlining. "Outlining helps define the edges of your drawing and can make it stand out." 2. **Demonstrate Painting Techniques:** - Show how to blend colors with watercolors. "By adding more water, we can make the colors lighter and blend them together smoothly." - Discuss brush control. "Using different brush strokes can create different textures. For example, long strokes can make smooth lines, and short strokes can add texture." - Introduce color mixing. "Mixing primary colors (red, blue, yellow) can create new colors. Let's see what happens when we mix these together." **Guided Practice (15 minutes):** 1. **Drawing Practice:** - Hand out drawing paper and pencils. - Ask students to create a simple sketch of an object from their imagination or from a reference image. - Encourage them to practice shading and outlining within their sketches. 2. **Painting Practice:** - Distribute watercolor paints, brushes, and palettes. - Ask students to practice blending colors and controlling their brush strokes. - Encourage them to try mixing colors to see what new colors they can create. **Independent Practice (15 minutes):** 1. **Create a Piece of Art:** - Ask students to use both drawing and painting techniques to create a piece of artwork. - They can start by sketching their subject with pencil, adding details and shading, and then enhance their drawing with watercolor paints. - Walk around the classroom to provide guidance and feedback. **Closure (5 minutes):** 1. **Sharing and Discussion:** - Ask a few students to share their artwork with the class and explain what techniques they used. - Discuss what they enjoyed about using both drawing and painting techniques together. - Review the key points of the lesson: sketching, shading, outlining for drawing; blending, brush control, color mixing for painting. 2. **Clean-Up:** - Have students help clean up their workstations by putting away materials and cleaning brushes. **Assessment:** - Observe students during guided and independent practice to assess their understanding and application of the techniques. - Review the final artworks to see how well students integrated drawing and painting techniques. - Provide individual feedback to encourage and help students improve their skills. --- By incorporating both guided instruction and hands-on practice, this lesson plan allows Grade 3 students to explore and develop their drawing and painting skills in a supportive and creative environment.