5 sessions; 75 minutes per session

1. SWBAT understand the history of Gustav Klimt
2. SWBAT understand color theory and color mixing

1. Foam Core or large paper
2. Acrylic paint
3. Colored pencils
4. Mixed media materials

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1. Teacher introduces Gustav Klimt and discusses his history and how he relates to the Byzantinne and Romanticism art styles and how he influenced Art Nouveau.
2. Teacher introduces concept of 'poured paint'
3. Students plan out figurative drawings with long flowing dresses/suits
4. Students pour acrylic paint to create dress/suit paying attention to color and color mixing
5. Students add figure to poured paint composition turning poured paint design into a dress or suit for a figure
6. Students add on mixed media materials to enhance overall design.

Did students create a poured paint design
Did students turn poured paint design into a figurative portrait?
Do students understand history of Gustav Klimt?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gustav_klimt
http://gustavklimtcollection.com/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUyne2rhl_

Gustav Klimt

Art Nouveau, Byzantine, Romanticism

Color/Value, Contrast, Emphasis, Movement, Rhythm/Pattern, Texture

Acrylic, Colored Pencil, Mixed Media