Lesson 1.2 Using Shapes & Lines
Aim:
To use the shape and line tools effectively.
To create art in the style of Piet Mondrian.
Be Inspired:
Have a look at this painting by Piet Mondrian. This type of painting is called an abstract painting. It has no subject and is made up of shapes, lines and colours.
Piet Mondrian also liked to listen to music. This piece of art was based on a song called Broadway Boogie Woogie.
Check It Out:
Today you are going to create a painting in the style of Piet Mondrian. First you will need to draw a square and then divide it into smaller shapes using straight lines.
Mondrian also used primary colours: red, yellow, and blue. You can use the fill paint tool to do this.
If you make a mistake you can use the undo tool.
Let's explore and see if we can do this:
Do Your Best:
Here's a painting in the style of Piet Mondrian made by Mrs. Klein. How did Mrs. Klein make different sized lines?
Do you remember how to clear your image and how to save your work once it is finished?
Extension Task:
Ready for a challenge? Can you make a picture in the style of Mondrian starting with a different shape?
Finally
Take some time to look at one another's artwork. Can you tell me what you found out today about using Paintz? Can you tell me what tools you used? Did you find out anything else? Games:
