Project ARTiculate

Shaveroonies

Grade 2

John Lentine, Art Specialist

Students create "shaveroonies"-- imaginative creatures from outer space. They are made by cutting paper (shaving it), texturing the pieces and piecing them together into fanciful creatures.

Objectives and assessment criteria

Students will:

1. learn about drawing textures and use in artwork.
2. choose contrasting colors.
3. learn and practice contour cutting.
4. combine cutting, texturing, and drawing to make an imaginary creature.