Lesson Time Allocation Resources Needed Introduction Development Conclusion Assessment
Lesson 1 45 minutes Printed images of Harry Clarke's artwork, whiteboard, markers Introduce Harry Clarke and his most famous work, The Eve of St. Agnes. Show printed images of his artwork and briefly discuss his unique style and techniques. Engage students in a class discussion about what they notice in Clarke's artwork. Encourage them to share their thoughts and observations. Summarize the key points discussed in the class and emphasize the importance of appreciating and learning from the works of famous artists like Harry Clarke. Observe students' active participation during the discussion.
Lesson 2 60 minutes Art supplies (e.g., watercolors, brushes, paper, mixing palettes) Review Harry Clarke's main art medium - stained glass. Show examples of stained glass windows created by Clarke. Guide students in creating their own stained glass-inspired artwork using The Eve of St. Agnes as inspiration. Encourage them to experiment with colors and patterns. Allow students to share their finished artwork with the class. Discuss the different approaches they took and what they learned from the process. Assess students' ability to apply stained glass techniques and their creativity in their artwork.
Lesson 3 45 minutes Printed original image inspired by The Eve of St. Agnes Show the printed original image inspired by The Eve of St. Agnes. Discuss with students what elements make it inspired by Clarke's artwork. Engage students in a hands-on activity where they create a collage using various materials (e.g., paper, fabric, beads) to represent elements from The Eve of St. Agnes. Allow students to share their collages with the class. Encourage them to explain their choices and how they incorporated inspiration from Clarke's artwork. Assess students' understanding of the elements that make an artwork inspired by The Eve of St. Agnes through their collages.
Lesson 4 60 minutes Art supplies (e.g., acrylic paints, brushes, canvas or sturdy paper) Review The Eve of St. Agnes and its significance. Discuss the emotions and atmosphere portrayed in the painting. Guide students in creating their own paintings inspired by The Eve of St. Agnes. Encourage them to consider color choices, composition, and mood. Arrange a mini art exhibition where students can display their paintings. Allow them to present their artwork to their classmates, explaining their inspiration and artistic decisions. Assess students' ability to create a painting inspired by The Eve of St. Agnes and their ability to articulate their artistic choices during the presentation.
Lesson 5 45 minutes Art supplies (e.g., scissors, glue, construction paper), printed images of The Eve of St. Agnes Review The Eve of St. Agnes and discuss its key elements and themes. Guide students in creating a pop-up card or diorama featuring a scene from The Eve of St. Agnes. Encourage them to include elements that capture the essence of the painting. Allow students to share their pop-up cards or dioramas with the class. Discuss the scenes they chose and the techniques they used to create depth and dimension. Assess students' ability to create a pop-up card or diorama that represents a scene from The Eve of St. Agnes and their attention to detail.
Lesson 6 60 minutes Art supplies (e.g., markers, colored pencils, paper), printed images of Harry Clarke's artwork Review Harry Clarke's artwork and his unique style. Guide students in creating their own illustrations in the style of Harry Clarke. Encourage them to incorporate intricate details and use vibrant colors. Allow students to share their illustrations with the class. Discuss the elements they included that are reminiscent of Harry Clarke's style. Assess students' ability to create an illustration in the style of Harry Clarke and their attention to detail and use of color.