Relation of Forms · SHS2 Art And Design Foundation

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 2.3.3.LI.1 - Create drawings of figurative representations in the environment

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define figurative representation and distinguish it from non-figurative and abstract representation using examples from their environment.
Identify and sketch at least three figurative forms (human figures, animals, plants) found in their immediate surroundings with attention to their basic shapes and proportions.
Apply at least two different drawing treatments (contour line, shading, cross-hatching, or stippling) to complete a figurative drawing of a subject from their environment.
Present and explain their finished figurative drawing to a partner or small group, describing the subject, the materials used, and the treatment applied.
Reflect on the work of a peer using respectful, constructive feedback that focuses on proportion, treatment, and overall composition.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Design for Life (Strand 3)
Sub-strand: Relation of Forms (3.3)
Content standard: 2.3.3.CS.1 - 2.3.3.CS.1 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of skills in various figurative representations and associated treatments. 2.3.3.LO.1 Create drawings of figurative, non-figurative and abstract representations in their immediate environment using appropriate processes and available materials.
Indicator: 2.3.3.LI.1 - Create drawings of figurative representations in the environment
Suggested placement: Semester 2, Week 16 (Week 36 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 96

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Experiential Learning: Visit galleries, watch video documentaries/photographs, etc. to interact with artists for inspiration, and discuss figurative representations found in the environment.
Project-Based Learning
- Working individually, create various drawings of figurative representations found within the environment.
- In mixed-ability groups, create various drawings of non-figurative representations.

Assessment (2.3.3.AS.1). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 2 Skills of conceptual understanding; Level 3 Strategic reasoning; Level 4 Extended critical thinking and reasoning.

Teaching and Learning Materials:
- Textbooks
- magazines
- journals
- audio-visual gadgets
- videos
- flip charts
- TLMs on appropriate treatments of constituent parts for forms of
- buntings
- paintings
- sculptures