Creating Depth and Perspective
Introduction to spatial relationships by creating depth through size and placement on a page in landscape art.
Key Questions
- Explain how to make something look far away on a flat piece of paper.
- Analyze artistic elements that create a peaceful mood in an outdoor scene.
- Justify why artists choose to depict the world around them.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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