Mondrian Inspired Art by the 3rd Graders!

Animal contours and shapes of objects were the emphasis on these designs. We completed the artwork with some rectangle borders....collage style! 

Didn't realize it would be challenging to some students to imagine and draw only the contour of their chosen shape without adding the gory details to their art.....those details only got erased when it was time to fill in the grid and colors!! 

This work was so well executed....the student only drew what was required...no eye details and hair that she later had to erase! 

1st & 2nd Graders work on their Mondrian Shapes!

The picture above is the work of 2nd Graders. They completed their Mondrian Shapes with a glitter outline....there's something about glitter that makes the little ones excited! This took about three 30 mins lessons (including instruction about Piet Mondrian). Easy project for them to complete if you don't have too much time! 

1st Graders used rulers for the first time in my art class. And instead of decorating with glitter, they completed their art work with felt leaves, buttons, googly eyes, and other fun things! Picture coming shortly!