The Artist's Eye: Line, Shape, and Color · Visual Arts & Studio Practice

Color Mixing and Emotional Expression

Understanding primary and secondary colors and how specific hues can represent different feelings.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does this piece make you feel and why?
  2. 2What happens to the mood of a painting when we add more blue?
  3. 3Why might an artist choose bright colors instead of dark ones?

Common Core State Standards

NCAS: Creating VA.Cr2.1.1NCAS: Responding VA.Re7.2.1
Grade: 1st Grade
Subject: Visual & Performing Arts
Unit: The Artist's Eye: Line, Shape, and Color
Period: Visual Arts & Studio Practice

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