Paper Polyhedron Ornaments Grades: K-12

Paper Polyhedron Ornaments grades: K-12

Objective: Students will paint and construct 3D geometric Time Frame: figures out of paper. Paint will be focused on using pattern 1 hour (more for more difficult and contrasting colors to accentuate the forms. shapes)

Elements of Art Focus: Reference artwork: 1. Color - Alison Reintjes 2. Shape - Valentina LaPier 3. Form

Elements of Design Focus: Connections: 1. Pattern - architecture 2. Contrast - math: geometry 3. Emphasis - nature (snowflakes, pinecones, Fibonacci Sequence) - science: cells, biology

State Standards: Content Standard 1—Students create, perform/exhibit, and respond in the Arts. Content Standard 2—Students apply and describe the concepts, structures, and processes in the Arts. Content Standard 3—Students develop and refine arts skills and techniques to express ideas, pose and solve problems, and discover meaning Content Standard 4—Students analyze characteristics and merits of their work and the work of others. Content Standard 5—Students understand the role of the Arts in society, diverse cultures, and historical periods. Content Standard 6—Students make connections among the Arts, other subject areas, life, and work.

Materials: Tools: Vocabulary: - white cardstock - printed templates (vary - form - paint with difficulty) - emphasis (acrylic/watercolor) http://www.korthalsaltes.com - volume - colored pencils - pattern - markers - scissors - variety - glue - paint brushes/containers - contrast - polyhedron Steps: Day 1: 1. Discuss vocabulary. What is a polyhedron? Where do we see them in nature? Architecture? Science? 2. Discuss pattern while looking at Alison Reintjes cup. How does her pattern move your eye around the cup? How did she use contrast? What colors contrast well with each other? 3. DEMO: choose pattern and color pattern first. 4. Color patterns and let dry if using paint. Students can do 2 if they are done early. 5. DEMO: cut out pattern and glue together. Attach string. 6. Students cut out and glue together patterns and attach hanger. Sharing/Reflection: - What was the most challenging part of making these? - What other volumes could you make with paper? - Where do these forms naturally occur?

Extension (optional): - Experiment with different patterns. - Make them larger and out of cardboard. - Cut out the faces leaving only the edges and you will have a see through polyhedron. - Attach polyhedron together to make a large sculpture. - Create your own pattern for a 3d shape.