Vincent Van Gough Sun Flowers

Students will introduce themselves and review classroom expectations.  Then students will view Van Gough Sunflowers, and discuss what they see focusing on the Elements of Art. (Color, Value, Line, Shape, and Tone).  Lastly, students will use oil pastels and watercolors to create their own sunflowers in the style of Vincent Van Gough. Students will begin their drawing by creating a vase and choosing a pattern to color it in.  From there students will draw a horizon line separating the background from the foreground.  Students will create another pattern for the foreground and then use traditional colors to create their sunflowers with oil pastels.  To finish, student will select one color to paint the background, finishing their artwork.  Students will learn through group discussion, demonstration, and constructive feedback.   Class time is structured to give students teacher-led instruction and independent work time.  Students will walk away with a better understanding of Vincent Van Gough, Elements of Art, and finished work of art!