Look See Paint: Earth Kit
This resource is recommended to support teachers in teaching the elements and principles of visual arts curricula such as creating, communicating, perceiving, responding, and reflecting; meeting overall expectations of producing two- and three-dimensional works of art; using elements of design; and using art terminology.
Description
Authors : Jeff Miller , Ross Carlin
Look See Paint Incorporated
, 2006
Kit:
Watercolour papers
Field mattes for framing
High-quality watercolour brushes
VHS Kit boxes with label
EartHviewers
Sponge mops for cleaning kits
Two DVDs
Program guide
Grades : K-12
Concepts : Art, nature, paint, painting, Canadian landscape, Canadian artists, landscape painting, art terminology, art appreciation
Subjects : The Arts, Social Studies: Geography
CSC Evaluation
Curriculum Correlation
The program supports teachers in addressing the elements and principles of visual arts curricula including creating, communicating, perceiving, responding, and reflecting. The materials provide opportunities for educators to meet the overall expectations of producing two and three dimensional works of art, using elements of design, and using art terminology.
Content
The author's clear understanding of art, nature, and the Canadian landscape and the way in which it is presented, make the resource accessible to teachers. Some Canadian resources are cited, i.e., Robert Bateman, David Suzuki, and the Group of Seven. The program provides opportunities to connect to science, the environment, and geography, allowing teachers to integrate subjects and make cross-curricular connections. Teachers can build on students' prior understanding and skills from previous years. Environmental safety is included with regard to materials and disposal of paint water.
Methodology
The suggested lessons are clear and easy to follow. The initial lessons feature doodles and serve to affirm students' work. The examples provided allow the teacher to work with students of various ages or levels. Students have multiple opportunities to produce various pieces of watercolour art. Lessons are included for sharing of student experiences, discoveries, and appreciation for art and nature. More detail could have been included regarding painting techniques, e.g., background, foreground, mixing of colours, etc.
Assessment
Although not explicitly considered within the resource, assessment and evaluation of process and final student product are possible. There are opportunities for students to reflect on their work.
Format
The resource is well planned with a logical and easy-to-follow layout. Examples of student work are provided, although additional ones would be useful. The painting box with its paint, brush, and paper allows students to use the resource outside of the classroom. Students have an opportunity to be engaged by relating the activity to nature. Internet links could have been included to make the resource more comprehensive (e.g., information regarding appropriate places to take students to paint and links to Canadian artists and art galleries).
Bias
The material is inclusive and is based on the belief that all people can and should experience nature and so should be able to use the resource. Opportunities exist for students to respect individual opinions and ideas.
Review Recommendation
This resource is recommended to support teachers in teaching the elements and principles of visual arts curricula such as creating, communicating, perceiving, responding, and reflecting; meeting overall expectations of producing two- and three-dimensional works of art; using elements of design; and using art terminology.
Contact Information
Ross Carlin
President
Look See Paint Incorporated
707 North Waseosa Lake Road
Huntsville, ON P1H 2J4
705-789-3668
Fax: 705-789-3668
e-mail: contact@lookseepaint.com
http://www.lookseepaint.com
Jeff Miller
Founder
Look See Paint Incorporated
1028 Hillside Crescent
Huntsville, ON P1H 2J6
705-635-2754
e-mail: contact@lookseepaint.com
http://www.lookseepaint.com
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