**Year 10 Art Lesson Plan: Advanced Techniques (Mixed Media, Digital Art)**
**Lesson Title:** Advanced Techniques in Art
**Subject:** Art
**Class:** Year 10
**Duration:** 2 hours
**Instructor:** [Your Name]
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### **Lesson Objectives:**
1. Introduce students to advanced techniques in mixed media.
2. Explore the basics of digital art and its applications.
3. Encourage creativity and individual expression in project work.
4. Develop technical skills using both traditional and digital tools.
### **Materials Needed:**
- Sketchbooks
- Coloured pencils, markers, watercolours, acrylic paints
- Various textured papers and fabrics
- Glue, scissors, and other collage materials
- Tablets or computers with digital art software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Procreate)
- Digital drawing tablets/pens
- Projector and screen
### **Lesson Outline:**
**1. Introduction (15 minutes)**
- **Icebreaker Activity:** Students will share their favourite artists or art styles with a short explanation.
- **Overview of the Lesson:** Brief discussion on what constitutes mixed media and digital art.
**2. Mixed Media Techniques (35 minutes)**
- **Demonstration:** Show examples of mixed media artwork and explain the layering process.
- **Hands-On Activity:** Students will create a small mixed media piece using traditional materials.
- **Step-by-step Guidance:**
1. Sketch a simple layout in the sketchbook.
2. Add layers of paper, fabric, and paint.
3. Experiment with combining various textures.
**3. Digital Art Techniques (35 minutes)**
- **Introduction to Digital Art Tools:** Demonstrate basic functions of digital art software.
- **Guided Practice:** Students explore digital tools by following along with the teacher to create a simple digital artwork.
- **Step-by-step Guidance:**
1. Setting up a canvas.
2. Using digital brushes.
3. Layering and adding effects.
**4. Mixed Media and Digital Art Integration (25 minutes)**
- **Project Work:** Students start on a major project combining mixed media and digital art elements.
- **Instructions:**
1. Create a background using traditional mixed media techniques.
2. Scan or photograph the background to import into digital software.
3. Digitally enhance the artwork or add digital elements.
**5. Sharing and Critique (10 minutes)**
- **Group Discussion:** Students will present their initial projects and receive feedback.
- **Constructive Critique:** Focus on what works well and areas for improvement.
**6. Closing (10 minutes)**
- **Summary of Key Points:** Review the techniques learned and their applications.
- **Assignment:** Complete the mixed media and digital art piece for the next class.
- **Q&A Session:** Address any questions or concerns.
### **Assessment:**
- **Formative:** Observations during activities, participation in discussions.
- **Summative:** Evaluation of the completed mixed media and digital artwork project.
### **Extension Activities:**
- **Independent Research:** Explore an artist who uses mixed media or digital art and present findings.
- **Advanced Projects:** Create a sequential art piece that tells a story using both media.
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**Reflection:**
- What worked well?
- Were students engaged and did they understand the concepts?
- What could be improved in future lessons?
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**Notes to Instructor:**
- Ensure all digital equipment is functioning before the lesson starts.
- Be prepared to assist students with both traditional and digital challenges.
- Encourage experimentation and reassure students that mistakes are part of the learning process.
**End of Lesson Plan.**