Composition Drawing

 Daily Lesson Plan

Class: 3–5

Topic: Composition Drawing

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Learning Objective:Composition Drawing

• To develop an understanding of composition by arranging elements thoughtfully within a drawing.

• To use space, balance, and placement creatively to create visually appealing artwork.

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Learning Outcome:

• Students will be able to create a composition drawing by arranging objects effectively within the space provided.
• They will demonstrate creativity, balance, and proportion in their artwork.

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Key Words/Vocabulary:

• Composition
• Balance
• Proportion
• Foreground
• Background
• Overlapping
• Perspective

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Cross-Curricular Link:

• Math: Understanding proportion and space.

• English: Describing their artwork and the objects they chose to draw.

• Science: Incorporating elements of nature (e.g., trees, flowers, animals).

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Starter (Picture Prompt):

• Show a picture of a simple composition (e.g., a bowl of fruits, a garden, or a table setup).

 

Discuss the arrangement and ask students:

• • What do you notice about the objects?
  • How do they fit together?
  • What do you think makes the picture look complete?

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Teaching & Learning Activities

Teacher Action:

1. Explain the concept of composition using simple examples (e.g., arranging objects in a room, arranging fruits in a basket).
2. Demonstrate how to sketch a basic composition (e.g., a table with a vase, a tree with flowers).
3. Encourage discussion about the importance of balance, perspective, and proportion in art.

Learner Opportunities:

1. Observe the demonstration carefully.
2. Practice creating a quick thumbnail sketch to plan their composition.
3. Select a theme (e.g., garden, picnic, or room interior) and create their own composition drawing.

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Challenging Tasks:

• Add depth by including overlapping objects.
• Include details in the background to enhance perspective.
• Use shading techniques to add dimension to their composition.

Step by step animal drawing:- 

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Assessment Criteria (Self/Peer/Teacher):

• Self: Reflect on whether their drawing looks balanced and complete.
• Peer: Review a classmate’s drawing and provide constructive feedback on composition.
• Teacher: Assess the use of space, balance, and creativity in each student’s drawing.

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Plenary:

• Display a few student artworks and discuss as a class:
  • What works well in this composition?
  • How could it be improved?
• Summarize the key points of composition drawing and its importance in art.

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Home Learning:

• Create a composition drawing at home based on a theme of their choice (e.g., their favorite corner of the house or a park scene).
• Write a short paragraph describing the objects and why they chose to include them.

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Resources Used:

• Reference images (picture prompts).
• Sketchbooks or drawing paper.
• Pencils, erasers, colored pencils, and markers.

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Skills Used in the Lesson:

• Observation
• Creativity
• Spatial awareness
• Planning and problem-solving

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Next Step of Learning:

• Explore advanced composition techniques like perspective drawing.
• Learn to include human figures or animals in compositions.
• Use different mediums (e.g., watercolors, charcoal) for their compositions.

Rubric for Composition Drawing

Criteria	Excellent (4)	Good (3)	Satisfactory (2)	Needs Improvement (1)
Creativity & Theme	Unique and imaginative composition with a clear theme.	Clear theme with some creative elements.	Theme is basic with limited creative effort.	Theme is unclear or lacks creativity.
Use of Space	Excellent use of space; balanced arrangement of elements.	Good use of space; most elements are well arranged.	Space is unevenly used; some areas feel empty or crowded.	Poor use of space; elements are disorganized.
Details & Elements	Detailed drawing with thoughtful additions (people, animals, objects).	Includes a variety of relevant details but lacks refinement.	Few details; minimal effort in adding extra elements.	Limited or no effort in adding details.
Proportion & Balance	Accurate proportion; well-balanced composition.	Proportions are mostly correct; composition is fairly balanced.	Proportions are somewhat off; composition is imbalanced.	Proportions are incorrect; lacks balance.
Effort & Neatness	Exceptional effort; drawing is neat and complete.	Good effort; mostly neat with minor imperfections.	Some effort; drawing lacks neatness in places.	Minimal effort; drawing is incomplete or untidy.
Use of Color/Shading	Effective use of color or shading to enhance the scene.	Good use of color or shading; adds some depth.	Limited use of color or shading; minimal enhancement.	No use of color or shading; scene looks flat.
Overall Composition	Engaging and visually appealing composition.	Composition is visually appealing but less engaging.	Composition is basic and lacks visual appeal.	Composition is incomplete or not engaging.

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Scoring Guide:

• 28–24: Outstanding! Your composition shows excellent creativity and technique.
• 23–18: Good! You have a clear understanding but can refine some aspects.
• 17–12: Satisfactory! More practice can help improve your skills.
• 11 or below: Needs improvement. Focus on balance, details, and neatness.
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·  Composition: The arrangement of elements (objects, people, or scenery) in a drawing to create a complete and visually appealing picture.

·  Balance: Ensuring that elements in the drawing are evenly distributed, so no part feels too empty or too crowded.

·  Proportion: The size relationship between objects to ensure they look realistic (e.g., a tree should not be smaller than a person).

·  Foreground: The part of the drawing that appears closest to the viewer, usually with larger and more detailed objects.

·  Background: The part of the drawing that appears farthest from the viewer, often less detailed or lighter in color to show distance.

·  Overlapping: Placing one object in front of another to create depth and show which objects are closer or farther away.

·  Perspective: The technique used to create the illusion of depth and distance, making a flat drawing appear three-dimensional.