Lesson 1: Exploring Facial Features, Drawing an Imaginary Portrait

Overview

We will draw explore facial features and draw an imaginary character. Students will be able to identify the shapes of different facial features and draw a portrait of an imaginary person.

Grade Levels

3-5

Media

Sculpture

Unit & Lessons

Case Studies

Materials

Ebony pencils
White drawing paper – 9 x 12”

Activities

Step 1

Demonstrate using lines and shapes to draw an imaginary person.

Step 2

Discuss proportion as you draw.

Step 3

Have students draw their own character.

Vocabulary

Lines, shapes, facial features

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