This painting was created by an artist named Charles Biederman. He liked to paint colorful shapes. Let’s take a moment to look at it.
What did you notice when you were looking? Do you see familiar shapes and new shapes? What do you think about the colors? Can you name three colors you see? Tell someone you are with three colors you see.
You can find fun shapes everywhere. Look for shapes at home and use them in this art activity.
You will need:
- Paper
- Pencil, pen or marker
How to draw shapes:
- First, go on a shape search. Collect any objects in your home or outdoors that are easy to carry and have a unique shape.
- Place one of these objects on a piece of paper.
- Choose a color and trace the outline of the object on your paper.
- Repeat steps two and three until your paper is covered in shapes. (Tip: Overlap tracings to create new shapes.)
- Color in any areas that you want to be solid.
- Admire your work!
