The way you use markers can change depending on the technique or even the type of paper used. Markers used on glossy paper dries slowly, allowing lighter colors to lay on top of darks. Students will create plein air paintings, layering different colors together. Giving off a oil/acrylic paint look.
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THE PLAN
4 sessions; 60 minutes per session
1. SWBAT learn about plein air paintings.
2. SWBAT create their own plein air paintings at school and at home.
3. SWBAT discover a whole new way of using markers to create art.
4. SWBAT have fun
1. Glossy Paper 8.5 x 11 inches (photo paper or cardstock)
2. Markers (alcohol-based. Example: Copic and Prismacolor)
3. Pencil
4. Paper towels or scrap sheets of paper (Used for marker cleanup)
***Before trying this project test the paper first. Not all glossy paper will keep the marker ink wet long enough to layer light colors over dark. To test this out lay down a dark color first then after a minute or two lay down a lighter color on top. If the lighter color shows up, the paper will work just fine. The paper used for this project was HP Everyday Semi-gloss Photo Paper.
1. Introduce students to plein air painting by showing them a few examples.
2. Cut the sheet of glossy paper in half to 5.5 x 8.5 inches. (Since this will be the first time that most of the class will create plein air paintings, especially with this technique, it's best to start small before moving on to larger sizes.
3. To allow students to get the hang of plein air painting hand out photocopies of landscapes for them to practice on before going out on location.
4. Using a pencil or a light colored marker sketch out your drawing.
5. Take your markers and start scribbling and dabbing the ink on the paper section by section. Work fast and loose. The wet ink will spread out pushing other colors out of the way. (Every once in a while scribble on a paper towel to clean off the tips of your markers.)
6. As a class have students go outside to a section of the school they feel would make great plein air paintings.
7. Independently, have students create a plein air painting of their home. (It doesn't have to be the house or apartment itself. It can be a part of the front yard, a favorite tree, or even a parking lot.)
This is a really fun project that anyone can do. The best part is seeing how the marker ink reacts with the paper when it spreads out.
Visual Arts Standard 1: Understanding and applying media, techniques, and processes
[5-8] Students intentionally take advantage of the qualities and characteristics of art media, techniques, and processes to enhance communication of their experiences and ideas
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