Happy July 1st! Our theme this month is pattern paper, Designer Series Paper because Stampin’ Up is having a paper sale!!! So why not show you how to make the... [Read More]
This happy Sweet Symmetry card reminds me so much of my bedroom when I was a preteen. My room had all of these colors.... probably much to my dads dislike... I'm sure he would have preferred that I didn't paint my room yellow with colorful floral curtains :) Anyway... I thought I'd share a couple fun tips for creating this pretty Sweet Symmetry Flower card, designed by Kurstan. Tip 1: One of the great things about photopolymer stamp sets is that you can bend them and shape them if you wish.. so for the stem, stamp it once
Happy July 1st! Our theme this month is pattern paper, Designer Series Paper because Stampin’ Up is having a paper sale!!! So why not show you how to make the... [Read More]
This happy Sweet Symmetry card reminds me so much of my bedroom when I was a preteen. My room had all of these colors.... probably much to my dads dislike... I'm sure he would have preferred that I didn't paint my room yellow with colorful floral curtains :) Anyway... I thought I'd share a couple fun tips for creating this pretty Sweet Symmetry Flower card, designed by Kurstan. Tip 1: One of the great things about photopolymer stamp sets is that you can bend them and shape them if you wish.. so for the stem, stamp it once
This happy Sweet Symmetry card reminds me so much of my bedroom when I was a preteen. My room had all of these colors.... probably much to my dads dislike... I'm sure he would have preferred that I didn't paint my room yellow with colorful floral curtains :) Anyway... I thought I'd share a couple fun tips for creating this pretty Sweet Symmetry Flower card, designed by Kurstan. Tip 1: One of the great things about photopolymer stamp sets is that you can bend them and shape them if you wish.. so for the stem, stamp it once
About The Artwork Collage on paper. Original artwork. 43x31cm. Signed. By Martine Mooijenkind. Original Created:2018 Subjects:Religion Materials:Paper Styles:AbstractFine ArtDadaImpressionismArt Deco Mediums:Paper Details & Dimensions Collage:Paper on Paper Original:One-of-a-kind Artwork Size:12.2 W x 16.9 H x 0.1 D in Frame:Not Framed Ready to Hang:Not applicable Packaging:Ships in a Box Shipping & Returns Delivery Time:Typically 5-7 business days for domestic shipments, 10-14 business days for international shipments. Handling:Ships in a box. Artists are responsible for packaging and adhering to Saatchi Art’s packaging guidelines. Ships From:Netherlands. Have additional questions? Please visit our help section or contact us.
A digital print - A4 size (21cm x 29.5cm) Horizontal- professionally scanned and printed ( I outsource to Berkhamsted Imaging who have a business on Berkhamsted High Street. They provide a quick turnaround high quality professional print onto A4 Kodak matt photo paper). Showing Ashlyns School- Berkhamsted. Herts. Now a secondary school, but built in the 1930's as a foundling Hospital. Fantastic Neo- Classical architecture in perferct symetry, with extensive grounds. This would make a good end-of term gift for a teacher. ( My son currently attends the school, as did my mother!) (I Painted this in 2019). This print is taken from the original painting done by myself. I use the time honored format of pencil, paper, and water based gouache paint to paint the originals in the style of the old vintage railway advertising posters, nice and old fashioned. No computers were used to produce this image! The image shown is shown framed to give you the artistic impression of how the print would look framed. Once scanned and printed, I then hand sign the print and post to you in a stiff envelope. I always get a certificate of posting. I live in Tring, Herts and paint the surrounding towns and scenes in and around the Chilterns. Cards and other size prints available. Thank you for having a look at my shop today. Mary
This lesson focused on symmetry. Students created a symmetrical mask by cutting paper. I LOVE the detail in these!
Happy July 1st! Our theme this month is pattern paper, Designer Series Paper because Stampin’ Up is having a paper sale!!! So why not show you how to make the... [Read More]
I recently presented at a Early Childhood Education conference in Edmonton, the theme of my session was Multicultural Art Techniques. One of the techniques I discussed was Wycinanki or Polish paper cutouts. There are lots of examples in google images. This "Tree of Life" theme is quite common, a symmetrical cutting done on the fold. I also talked about amate cutouts from the Otomi people of San Pablito, ( Art for Small Hands recently did a post), which is also a symmetrical cutting. These Wycinanki designs were used to decorate the freshly white washed walls of farmer's homes in the spring in preparation for Easter. I think they look terrific at any time and it's amazing what you can create with the simplest of materials. (Paper, glue, and scissors) Not all Wycinanki is symmetrical "cut on the fold". This turkey (for all of you in the USA this week) which could easily be a Rooster or Peacock, it is also a very traditional design. A symmetrical design is a good way to get started. Take a piece of black paper, fold, and trace out a design using white crayon, pencil, or colored pencils. If you want to use my designs you can find them here: Tree of Life 1 Tree of Life 2 Turkey, Rooster, or Peacock Now with young kids trying to cut this design can be difficult so I am all for cheating. We will glue this fringe back into place at the end and this makes it so much easier! On the pattern you will see where you can cut this decorative fringe frame section off so you can cut the inner design. Fringe frames are quite common designs, many Wycinanki have quite elaborate ones and often more than one. For this fringe cut little "teeth" into the outside edge. Glue your design onto a backing paper. Here I'm using white as it contrasts so nicely with my black cutout. Glue the fringe back into place and no one will be the wiser. Now it's time to add some color. To mimic a painted folk art design add bits of colored paper, layering as you go. If you fold your colored paper and cut 2 shapes at the same time you can keep that symmetrical look. Glue and let dry. Place a piece of wax paper on top and place a heavy book on your design to help it dry flat. That's it. Once you start let's see if you can just stop at one...I have some ideas for some Christmas themed ones so check back for the templates. See you next time.
The children make traditional Polish paper cutouts to learn the power of symmetry in design. For ages 6 to 13. Plan 1 to 2 sessions. KEY IDEAS Learning about an art of Poland Working with symmetry in design Developing cutting skills LANGUAGE mirror-image, symmetry, abstract RESOURCES Click here, here, and here to see examples of Leluja paper cutouts. YOU WILL NEED Thin, brightly colored 9- by 12-inch paper (craft, origami, or Fadeless art paper work well) Scissors Pencils Spray adhesive or white glue White paper for mounting Stapler (optional) BACKGROUND Various forms of paper cutouts called wycinanki (vĭ-chee non-key) originated in the 19th century in Poland. Each spring the people white-washed the walls of their homes and decorated them with the colorful cutouts. Two styles that developed in the northern area of Warsaw are gwiazdy (g-vee-azda), cut from a round piece of paper, and leluja (le-lu-ya), cut from paper folded lengthwise. In this lesson, the children will learn about leluja cutouts which usually include an abstract, or simplified, tree-like form in the center with a pair of birds or roosters near the bottom. These cutouts are often embellished with fanciful flowers, leaf shapes, and/or geometric patterns. When the papers are unfolded a symmetrical design is revealed. Although these cutouts are still pasted to the walls of farmhouses in some rural villages, they are now mostly made for framing. THE PROJECT Preparation Set out colored paper, pencils, and scissors. Have available examples and/or pictures of leluja paper cutouts. How to Begin Share the examples of leluja paper cutouts, pointing out their traditional designs and symmetrical, or evenly balanced, patterns. Explain to the children that they will be making cutouts similar to those made by the Polish families. Demonstrate how to make a leluja cutout by folding the paper lengthwise, making sure that the edge is even and the colored side of the paper is folded toward the inside. Begin drawing from the folded edge of the paper which will become the center of the design. Explain that only half of the tree-like form in the center needs to be drawn because when the paper is opened it will reveal a mirror-image, or the other half. In order to keep the cutout in one piece, the line around the outer edge needs to be one continuous line that never intersects itself or cuts across the fold. Lightly shade the areas that will be cut away to ensure that the design will remain in one piece after cutting. Cut the design in stages, first cutting out the lower part and then the outline of the tree. To make fringe, cut into or toward the tree-like form, removing small pieces of paper between the cuts so the design will show when the paper is laid flat. Finally, cut designs within the tree. (Extra folds within the designs can be made to cut patterns such as the veins in a leaf.) When all cutting is completed, open the folded paper to reveal the symmetrical design. Have the children fold their papers, and then draw and cut out their designs. Note: The children can use glue to mount the cutouts on the white paper, however spray adhesive (applied by an adult) is better for holding the edges flat. Trim the white paper leaving a one- to two-inch border around the cutout. NOTES It’s important for the children to see an example of leluja in order to understand the arrangement and abstract tree-like form. Brightly colored Fadeless art paper with one white side works especially well for these paper cutouts. Construction paper is too thick for the children to cut the intricate designs. The darker colors of paper make the strongest images when contrasted against the white background paper. When working with younger children, it helps to staple the corners of the folded paper to keep it from slipping while they cut. The fringe designs on the trees do not need to be drawn. Once the basic shape is cut out, add the fringe by cutting into the edges of the tree. Children often make a series of parallel cuts which close up when pressed flat. To avoid this problem, pieces of paper need to be removed by using either curved or v-shaped cuts. If part of the design gets cut off, it can be saved and glued in place when mounting the cutout on the white paper. The children are always excited when they open their papers and the symmetrical design is revealed. This project is a good confidence builder for children who may be unsure of their abilities in art. LET'S TALK ABOUT OUR WORK Discuss what happened to the original drawings when the folded papers were opened. Point out how mirror-images create symmetrical designs. What the children might say… Do I have to put in a tree? My paper keeps slipping when I try to cut two pieces together. Uh oh...I cut off the chicken in my design. What happened to the fancy fringe I made around my tree? Do I need to use a farm animal? I was thinking of an elephant. What you might say… The center of your design should be related to a tree shape, but does not have to look like a real tree. I can staple the corners of your paper together to keep it from slipping while you cut out your design. If you accidentally cut off a part of your design, save it to attach later when we glue the cutouts to the white paper. When cutting the decorative edge around the border of your tree, remember to cut out bits of paper from each cut so the design will show up when placed on the white paper. You can decide which type of animals, plants, or flowers you’d like to use in your design. Click to view this lesson in a printer-friendly format.
Study about the geometrical structure of a dandelion. Pen on paper
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8 drawing worksheets with Easter and Spring things to draw.
Today's card features the Stampin' Up! stamp set, In Symmetry and the Sweet Symmetry Designer Series Paper.
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As a child I used to draw things like animals and people using only the letters in their names. I would stretch and contort each word’s curves to evoke the shape of what it referred to. It…
i used to make lots of crafts with my kids.i am not anti-craft now but they are older and its just not how we spend our time together as often.BUT even if they are from years past... they are still great and fun craft projects!maybe your kids (or grandkids) are really into art right now?i…
The idea for this lesson came from an image I saw on Pinterest.. but after doing some investigative work - seems to have originated from the blog Art. Paper. Scissors. Glue and before that from the 1991 book written by Sara Beggs, "The No Nonsense Guide to Teaching Art." For this lesson we began by taking about what symmetry is and the difference between linear symmetry (1 line of symmetry) and radial symmetry (more than 1 line of symmetry). Then we talked about what a sculpture is (a piece of artwork you can see from all sides - it is 3-dimensional) and what a relief "sculpture" is (a piece of artwork that has depth on the surface but is not meant to be seen from all sides). Once students understood the principles behind radial symmetry and sculpture we began creating our very own radial paper relief sculptures! Students started by folding a piece of 12"x12" black construction paper diagonally both ways and vertical and horizontally (to create an 'X' crease and a '+' crease). Making these creases makes creating a radial design SO much easier because it gives you guidelines to work with. Once their papers had been folded and their names written, we sat them aside. Before having students begin folding their colored paper (each piece was cut to 3" x 3") to fill the inside of their design, I demonstrated 4 folds to them to get them started. *Students were allowed to deviate from these folds if they wanted to. To download the handout below, click on the arrow button in the top right corner (this will open it in a new window). You can download from there. My kids absolutely LOVED this project! They are already super into origami, so this project was like heaven to them! :) You might also be interested in checking out my Paper Poinsettia Sculpture lesson which uses the same basic concepts. Also available in my Teachers Pay Teachers store!
I love this idea at Krokotak for making leaf drawings. It's a great way to get kids to slow down and notice the details of autumn's beauty.
Gingerbread Man Symmetrical Drawing Lesson
Creative Inspiration - Today, I'm sharing a tutorial for a paper clutch/handbag that I'm calling a Flowers for Every Season Clutch!
This happy Sweet Symmetry card reminds me so much of my bedroom when I was a preteen. My room had all of these colors.... probably much to my dads dislike... I'm sure he would have preferred that I didn't paint my room yellow with colorful floral curtains :) Anyway... I thought I'd share a couple fun tips for creating this pretty Sweet Symmetry Flower card, designed by Kurstan. Tip 1: One of the great things about photopolymer stamp sets is that you can bend them and shape them if you wish.. so for the stem, stamp it once
