Lesson 1: Drawing Imaginary Characters

Overview

Students will be able to identify and name different types of lines. They will use these lines to create an imaginary character.

Grade Level

3-8

Media

Paper Mâché, Sculpture

Lessons In Unit

Step 1

Discuss different types of lines and where we see them in the world around us.

Step 2

Demonstrate drawing different lines and have students explore drawing lines.

Step 3

Demonstrate choosing different lines to draw an imaginary character.

Step 4

Have students draw their own characters.

Students will share their sketchbook drawings with each other. They will review the shapes and lines they used to draw their character.

Writing Prompt (Optional):
Students will label parts of their character and apply art vocabulary to their sketches.

Lines: Straight, curved, wavy, bumpy, zigzag, loopy, dashed, spiral
Shading, sketchbook, exaggeration, imaginary