Materials: - flat rocks (not too heavy,
not too big)
- pastel chalks (earth tones)
- charcoal (for shading)
- vine
- adhesive such as JB Weld (for attaching the vine).
- Spray fixative - or clear acrylic spray
Grade Level: 7th - 12th grade
Procedure:
While studying prehistoric art I asked my students to each bring in
their own medium-sized flat rock. After viewing images from Lascaux and
Alta Mira, we also looked at typical symbols of animals & hunters drawn
by cave artists.
Using pastel chalks (similar to earth pigments--earth tones only) the
students were to draw an image/ or images onto their rock. Afterwards
we "framed" these with intertwined vine (honeysuckle, or grape vine).
The art then is displayed for non-art students to see along with a brief
overview of prehistoric art.
This project enhanced the lecture & the
students really enjoyed it--even the ones that thought they "couldn't
draw". One of the nice things about this project is that if you have a
limited budget & large classes this is VERY inexpensive!
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