Visual Narratives and Studio Practice · Drawing and Composition
Color Theory and Mood
Students apply color harmony and contrast to manipulate the atmosphere of their artwork and guide the eye of the observer.
Key Questions
- 1How does a monochromatic color scheme alter the narrative of a landscape?
- 2What artistic elements create the mood in a high contrast portrait?
- 3In what ways do warm and cool colors affect the perceived temperature of a piece?
Ontario Curriculum Expectations
ON: Visual Arts - Grade 6
Grade: Grade 6
Subject: The Arts
Unit: Visual Narratives and Studio Practice
Period: Drawing and Composition
Suggested Methodologies
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