DESIGN A COVID-19 SUPERHERO – Shape, Symmetry, ColourStudents use coloured pencils to create a superhero or superheroine whose special powers are used to protect the public from the Covid-19 virus.
Students use coloured pencils to create a superhero or superheroine whose special powers are used to protect the public from the Covid-19 virus.
Supplies:
- Crayola Marker & Watercolour Paper - 22.9 cm x 30.5 cm (9" x 12")
- Crayola Coloured Pencils
- Crayola Fine Line Markers - Black
- Crayola Sketchbooks - 1 per student
- Pencils
- Erasers
Steps:
1
- Follow the instructions on the Draw a Superhero worksheet to practice drawing a superhero pose. (Downloads - DrawSuperhero.pdf)
- Use the spaces on the grid to draw correct proportions.
2
- Brainstorm ideas in your sketchbook.
- Think about what you want to include, e.g.,
- colour scheme
- belt
- cape
- logo and words
- etc. - Make notes as well as drawings.
3
- Choose the ideas you like the best.
- Make a good drawing in pencil.
- Be sure to add all the details that show your superhero's powers.
- Make the drawing fill the page.
4
- Outline the drawing in black marker.
- Choose a colour scheme.
- Use coloured pencils to colour your drawing.
- Build up layers of colour and gradually apply more pressure as you colour.
5
- Write a statement about your work. (Downloads - WriteArtistStatement.pdf)
- What did you want to communicate in your work?
- What inspired you and how did you incorporate your ideas into your work?
- Describe your process.
- Why do you think your work is successful?
Subjects:
Grades:
Grade 7,
Grade 8,
Grade 9
