Lines in Art: Exploring Visual Magic
Year 2 Visual Arts Victorian Curriculum 60 Minutes
Learning Intention & Success Criteria
Learning Intention: We are learning to identify and create different types of lines in artwork Success Criteria: I can name 3 types of lines I can find lines in famous artworks I can create my own line artwork I can explain how lines make me feel
What Are Lines?
Lines are marks that connect two points Lines can be straight, curved, wavy, or zigzag Lines are everywhere around us! Artists use lines to create pictures and feelings
Types of Lines We'll Explore
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Meet the Artist: Piet Mondrian
Dutch artist famous for using straight lines Created paintings with black lines and colorful squares Used only straight horizontal and vertical lines Made art that looks like a grid or puzzle
Mondrian's Famous Line Art
Discussion Questions About Mondrian
1. What types of lines did Mondrian use in his paintings? 2. What colors do you see in his artwork? 3. How do his paintings make you feel? 4. What does his art remind you of? 5. Would you like to create art like Mondrian? Why?
Line Hunt Activity
Walk around the classroom Find 5 different types of lines Draw what you find on your worksheet Share your discoveries with a partner Extension: Find lines outdoors too!
Create Your Own Line Masterpiece
Use a ruler for straight lines Draw curved lines freehand Make thick and thin lines Choose 3 favorite colors Fill some spaces with color like Mondrian Make your artwork unique and special!
Reflection: Our Line Learning Journey
Can you name 3 types of lines? (Success Criteria 1) What lines did you find in Mondrian's art? (Success Criteria 2) Show your line artwork to a friend (Success Criteria 3) How do different lines make you feel happy, calm, excited? (Success Criteria 4) What was your favorite part of today's lesson?