Elements and Principles of Art

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Activity: We did a scavenger hunt to learn about the elements and principles for art. We used our camera and looked around our house and neighborhood to find something that showed each element. We worked with a partner then after we find our own pictures to make a powerpoint explaining each photo and the element it went with. 

Extension Activity: Students will do this activity but only do three of the elements with a partner and then make a powerpoint as well. After they complete that they will then do a drawing of each element to represent in their own drawing or painting. 

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