Printmaking - Ornaments

 

Description: This art project can be incorporated into any time of year, but for this we did ornaments in class. You start by tracing the circle on your paper, drawing your ornament design, and then taping the paper onto this foam like material. Once it is tapped, you trace your design with a lot of pressure, to ensure that the design gets imprinted onto the foam like material. Once all traced, you will cut out our ornament and head over to the paint station. You will make sure your roller is completely covered in the paint, and then go over your foam design and get it nice and covered. Once covered in paint, you will put the painted foam piece face down on your construction paper, and use a clean roller to press down and create the printmaking image. repeat however many times you want. Then, draw on your ornament strings, write your name, and let dry! 

Extension Activity: Have the students present their ornament design and talk about why they chose their designs and how they connect to them. For example, I chose a Cross to symbolize by faith, and I also chose a fun Christmas design to show that my favorite holiday is Christmas! This is a great opportunity to have students speak in front of their peers, and also connect to their artwork in a personal way! 

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