Unit 1-Personal and Unit 1-Personal and Global Connections Global Connections

with Naturewith Nature

Nature’s patterns reveal beauty

There is a universe within simple forms

Lesson 1: Hands & leavesPersonal Connections

Objectives: • to learn observation and drawing skills• to learn a variety of techniques to

illustrate nature objects• to make a personal connection with

nature by comparing human characteristics to nature

• to identify and use design elements and principles in illustration, composition, and expression

Gaia: exploring connections

living planet concept

Lesson 2: Forces of Nature Tribal Self-Portrait

Objectives: • to learn a variety of techniques to

describe natural forces and symbols of nature

• to learn to identify and use design elements and principles for illustration, composition, and expression

• to explore universal themes and concepts

Student example of project

Student example of project

Lesson 3: Mythical Creature Constructions

• Objectives: • to identify and use design elements

and principles for effective composition and expression

• to explore universal themes and symbols of nature

• to learn creative techniques for 3-D constructions

Student example of project