Nineteenth Assignment for 4th and 5th Grade

Rule of Halves

Objective: students will learn about the “rule of halves” facial measurements.

Materials: examples of portraits, paper, and pencils

Procedure: I will show students Leonardo Di Vinci’s ideal measurements for the human face. I will then show the students example of portraits from photographs. I will trace the faces with markers comparing where certain faces adhere to a deviant from Di Vinci’s facial measurements.

Assessment: There are 14 tiny steps to drawing Di Vinci’s face. Students who draw them all get an A. Students missing 1/2 steps =B  Faces missing 3-4 steps earn a C. Missing 5 or more steps=D. refusing to do the assignment=F

Standards:

VA.4.C.1.2Describe observations and apply prior knowledge to interpret visual information and reflect on works of art.

VA.4.C.2.1Revise artworks to meet established criteria.

VA.4.C.3.1Use accurate art vocabulary when analyzing works of art.

VA.4.F.3.3Work purposefully to complete personal works of art in a timely manner, demonstrating development of 21st-century skills.

VA.4.H.3.1Discuss how analytical skills and thinking strategies are applied to both art production and problem-solving in other content areas.

VA.4.O.1.1Use the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to understand the art-making process.

VA.4.O.1.2Identify the structural elements of art used to unite an artistic composition.

VA.4.O.2.1Use a variety of resources and art skills to overcome visual challenges in personal artworks.

VA.4.S.1.4Use accurate art vocabulary to discuss works of art and the creative process.

VA.4.S.3.2Plan and produce art through ongoing practice of skills and techniques.

VA.4.S.3.3Follow procedures for using tools, media, techniques, and processes safely and responsibly.

VA.5.C.1.1Develop a range of interests in the art-making process to influence personal decision-making.

VA.5.C.1.2Use prior knowledge and observation skills to reflect on, analyze, and interpret exemplary works of art.

VA.5.C.2.1Revise artwork as a necessary part of the creative process to achieve an artistic goal.

VA.5.C.2.3Apply established criteria to the art-making process to measure artistic growth.

VA.5.C.2.4Identify examples of constructive criticism and use them to improve artworks and enhance artistic growth.

VA.5.C.3.1Use the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design when engaged in art criticism.

VA.5.F.1.1Examine and experiment with traditional or non-traditional uses of media to apply imaginative techniques in two- and/or three-dime...

VA.5.F.3.2Create artwork that shows procedural and analytical thinking to communicate ideas.

VA.5.F.3.4Follow directions and complete artwork in the timeframe allotted to show development of 21st-century skills.

VA.5.O.1.1Use structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to develop content in artwork.

VA.5.O.1.2Organize the structural elements of art to achieve visual unity.

VA.5.O.1.3Explain how creative and technical ability is used to produce a work of art.

VA.5.S.1.2Use media, technology, and other resources to inspire personal art-making decisions.

VA.5.S.2.1Organize the structural elements of art to support planning, strengthen focus, and implement artistic vision.

VA.5.S.2.2Identify sequential procedures to engage in art production.

VA.5.S.2.3Visualize the end product to justify artistic choices of tools, techniques, and processes.

VA.5.S.3.1Use materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve expected results in two- and/or three-dimensional artworks.

VA.5.S.3.2Use craftsmanship and technical ability in personal works to show refinement of skills over time.

VA.5.S.3.3Use tools, media, techniques, and processes in a safe and responsible manner.