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Exploring Positive & Negative Space in Art

Students will learn about positive and negative space through the creation of their own notan artwork.
Kelley Starai
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:
(77)
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What's included

1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

Students in this class will be introduced to positive and negative space. Class will begin with a short discussion about this element of art, while looking at examples. 
Next, students will be guided step-by-step to use the concept of positive and negative space in their own notan style (a Japanese art style) art work. 
The project we will create together involves cutting construction paper and using both the cutout shapes as well as the paper that now has holes in it to create positive and negative space. After gluing the construction paper in an artistic way we will use a coloring medium to add texture and details to our art work. 
At the end of class, each student will have their own positive and negative notan style artwork to be proud of!

Learning Goals

Students will leave class being able to explain positive and negative space and use it in their own artwork.
learning goal

Other Details

Supply List
Two pieces of 9X12 construction paper (or similar size) one darker color and one lighter color
Pencil with eraser
Scissors
Glue (glue stick works best, but any kind will do the job)
Colored pencils, crayons, or markers
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined September, 2019
4.8
77reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I have a passion for art, as well as teaching! My experience in the art classroom has provided me the knowledge, patients, and talent to bring out the unique artist in every student!

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Meets once
30 min

Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
3-10 learners per class

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