Understanding Balance and Symmetry Today’s Objectives: 1. Understand BALANCE and COLOR THEORY BELL QUESTIONS: What is the definition of “Element of Design”? What does COLOR THEORY mean? Where do we look to find color relationships?

When in the planning phase of a work of art, we understand how artists think about the arrangement of the Elements of Design - color, lines, shapes, textures, etc… WE will be focusing on arranging our artwork based on BALANCE & COLOR THEORY

LETS START OUR FIRST PROJECT! Radial Name Designs 6 th Grade Students will learn and be able to demonstrate through art production: 1.Balance/Symmetry 2.Color Theory In addition, students will become familiar with: Project Introduction Classroom Procedures Project Assessment

B a l a n c e Balance refers to how objects are placed in a work of art. There is symmetrical balance and Asymmetrical balance Asymmetrical Symmetrical Objective #1

“Hmm…SYMMMETRY? I have heard that word somewhere... Perhaps in a different class? DO YOU REMEMBER?”

Math - A shape that can be folded in such a way that one-half of it lies exactly on the other half. Also known as Line Symmetry

Art – Same is true, but also refers to a figure equal or near equal in visual weight. Does not have to be a mirror image.

Examples of Symmetry in Nature

Asymmetrical Symmetrical ( Balanced, yet different.) ( Balanced, near equal visual weight.)

RADIAL SYMMETRY balance based on a circle with its design extending from its center.

Can you identify radial symmetry?

Ancient Mayan Sun Symbols Navajo Indian Sand Painting Pennsylvania Dutch Traditional Pattern Radial Symmetry found in Art …as cultural expression… Indian Henna patterns

Rose Window of the Cathedral of Notre Dame Paris, France. Interior View …in architecture… The Pantheon Rome, Italy

…various time periods…. Bronze Shield Boss, Medieval Dark Ages Cross of Creation, Ancient Roman Ancient Greek, Sun Medallion

“Alien” Crop Circles, Alton Barnes, England …strange sightings of Radial Symmetry Watermelon Garnish on a buffet table, artist unknown

Objective #2 Ways artists decide how to apply color to their artwork

A SYSTEM TO ORGANIZE COLORS It helps us mix colors and determine color relationships before we apply it to our artwork. You will be applying PRIMARY and SECONDARY COLORS to your projects.

Primary Colors - red, yellow, blue The Primary Colors PRIMARY COLOR MUSIC VIDEO The word “primary” is an adjective used to describe anything that occurs first, or is most important. It makes sense that we call these colors primary, since all other colors come from them!

Secondary Colors are orange, green and purple red + yellow = orange yellow + blue = green blue + red = purple The Secondary Colors When you mix a Primary Color with another Primary Color, you will get a Secondary Color

primary + primary = secondary color color color Know the equation: (Mixed with)(Equals)

Another way to remember which colors are primary and which colors are secondary…. ROYG B V PSPS P S primary secondary (DO I DETECT A PATTERN, HERE??) /I

What are the three types of symmetry? What are the primary colors? What are the secondary colors?

Your Assignment in a nutshell:  Using folded paper, a pencil and eraser, create a radial symmetry design based on your name in block letters. Color it based on primary/secondary color scheme using marker. Nutshells are SYMMETRICAL

1.Project Presentation (we will go over Grading Rubric tomorrow) 2.Block Letter Demo –Document camera 3.Final draft paper (so you can get right to work after I see practice) Name and period number lightly Fold together One person from each table put away final paper One person from each table pick up Block Letter Practice 4.Work on Block Letter Practice until end of period. Use a ruler. STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS : Today’s Agenda: Materials : worksheet, square white paper, pencil, eraser, light box/window

1.Ms. Strattan demo transferring name onto Triangle! 2.Finish up practice worksheet 3.Check your work with your neighbor/ Ms. Strattan 4.Draw your names 5.Transfer to make a radial design 6.Color it using Primary/Secondary! (use marker in one direction and use lightest colors first!!) Wednesday’s Objective:

Score Aesthetic/ Concept Shows little or no awareness of the overall effect and concept of Symmetry. (did not follow some or all instructions when in the design phase and/or color application – not applied symmetrically or in cool/warm pattern) Exhibits a beginning understanding and use of the elements and principles of design Looks as if something is “missing”, i.e. more color/background/a more creative lettering style (no plain style/block letters) Masterful application of the elements and principles of design. The beginnings of a personal statement and style. Work Habits & Behavior Sometimes has difficulty listening/and or following behavioral directives and or finishing classwork. Needs help sustaining effort and solving problems independently. Student would do better if he/she took art class more seriously. Increased effort in sustaining positive work habits is needed. Although student may have not been asked directly to behave, less socialization and more positive work habits are strongly encouraged. Worked conscientiously and as a model student. Exhibits sustained effort to produce a product of quality. Craftsmanship Workmanship needs improvement. Little evidence of care being taken in the execution of project. Some components/techniques/re- quirements are missing or haphazardly applied. Shows ability to use technique and shows a concern for execution appropriate for the project. Student should not rush or take more time in applying color. More practice in this media (marker) is highly encouraged. Craftsmanship is of high quality and appropriate for the concept being presented. Exhibition quality. Completion Turned in late after one week/ or refuses to complete project. Late after due dateTurned in completed project Score Radial Names Project Rubric