Lesson Time Allocation Resources Needed Introduction Development Conclusion Assessment
Lesson 1 60 minutes Images of Georgia O'Keeffe's artwork, Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1 Introduce Georgia O'Keeffe as an artist and show examples of her work. Focus on her most famous work, Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1. Discuss the techniques and style she used. Have students create a simple sketch of Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1 using pencil and paper. Discuss the sketches as a class. Ask students what they noticed about O'Keeffe's use of color, shape, and composition. Emphasize the importance of observation and attention to detail. Observe students' sketches and provide feedback.
Lesson 2 60 minutes Watercolor paints, brushes, water, paper, images of Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1 Review Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1 and discuss the medium Georgia O'Keeffe is best known for - watercolors. Show examples of watercolor paintings. Have students use watercolors to create their own interpretation of Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1. Encourage them to experiment with color mixing and brush techniques. Allow students to share their paintings with the class. Discuss the different approaches and choices made. Observe students' paintings and provide feedback.
Lesson 3 60 minutes Colored pencils, paper, images of Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1, magazines Show students an original image inspired by Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1. Discuss what makes it inspired by the artwork. Provide students with magazines and colored pencils. Have them create a collage using the images and colors that remind them of Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1. Encourage students to explain their choices and discuss the similarities and differences between their collages. Observe students' collages and provide feedback.
Lesson 4 60 minutes Acrylic paints, brushes, canvas or thick paper Review Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1 and discuss the importance of self-expression in art. Have students create their own painting inspired by Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1 using acrylic paints. Encourage them to add their own personal touches and interpretations. Provide students with the opportunity to share their paintings in a unique way, such as creating a mini art exhibition in the classroom or creating a digital gallery. Observe students' paintings and assess their ability to incorporate elements from Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1 while expressing their own creativity.
Lesson 5 60 minutes Computers or tablets, internet access Introduce students to digital art and its possibilities. Using digital art software or online tools, have students create a digital artwork inspired by Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1. Encourage them to explore different tools and effects. Allow students to present their digital artwork to the class. Discuss the advantages and challenges of creating art digitally. Assess students' digital artwork based on their ability to incorporate elements from Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1 and their creativity in using digital tools.
Lesson 6 60 minutes Mixed media materials (e.g. paint, paper, fabric, buttons, glue), images of Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1 Review Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1 and discuss the concept of mixed media art. Provide students with a variety of materials and encourage them to create a mixed media artwork inspired by Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1. Allow them to explore different textures, colors, and materials. Have students present their mixed media artworks to the class. Discuss the different choices made and the effects achieved through the use of mixed media. Assess students' mixed media artworks based on their ability to incorporate elements from Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1 and their creativity in using mixed media materials.