Art Nouveau Bisquettes

Lesson Plan, Grades 7-12, History, Art, Ceramics & Sculptures, Jewelry

Description

Lesson Plan & Artwork by: Nadine Dresbach

This lesson uses only a few materials to design and create images of the historical Art Nouveau style on mountable or wearable ceramic bisquettes.

Objectives

Students will investigate Art Nouveau styles and color inspirations of that period, paying close attention to the qualities of the lines used and integration of natural forms.

Students will learn and practice the process of design and color in the layout and design stage, as well as when applying Mayco® Designer Liners to the surface of the finished piece.

Supplies Needed

Mayco® Designer Liner 1.25 oz Green 1464327
Mayco® Designer Liner 1.25 oz Blue 1464326
Mayco® Designer Liner 1.25 oz Brown 1464328
Mayco® Designer Liner 1.25 oz Red 1464325
Mayco® Designer Liner 1.25 oz Black 1464323
Mayco® Stroke and Coat® 12 color set A - 2 oz 229167
Mayco® Stroke and Coat® 12 color set B - 2 oz 229170
Mayco® Bisquettes Ceramic Medallions Assorted Shapes, Set of 150 248423
Sax® True Flow® Gloss Glaze, Natural Clear, 1 Gallon 416911
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Standards

Standard #1: Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work.
Standard #2: Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.
Standard #3: Define and complete artistic work.
Standard #5: Develop and refine artistic work for presentation.
Standard #10: Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art.

Instructions

1

After researching Art Nouveau styles and color choices, each student should trace several bisquette shapes onto drawing paper and prepare color sketches of designs for teacher approval. Due to the size of the bisquettes, it is recommended that one base color is used; the lines of the design can be in various colors.

2

After a design is selected, apply a base color of Mayco® Stroke and Coat® to the bisquette. Please follow package directions. Multiple coats will be needed and each coat must dry before proceeding.

3

The Mayco® Designer Liner can then be used on top of the Mayco® Stroke and Coat® to create the lines of the students' designs.

4

When the liner is dry you must use clear glaze on top. Apply the first coat carefully so as to not disturb the liner design. Then proceed with the remaining coats and fire (according to package directions).