Third Grade Op-Art

During this last week in the Art room, before we switch back over to computers, students are using the remaining days working on some fun and interesting art techniques.  In third grade, we have looked at Optical Illusions and what different variations there are.  We focused on ways in which artists can use a simple pattern of lines and colors to give the illusion of distance.

After looking at examples from various artists and talking about similarities and differences that each piece had, we began creating our own.  Here are some examples of our Optical Illusion artworks using lines and colors:

Fourth Grade Op-Art

Fourth graders explored the crazy, mind bending world that is op-art (optical illusions).  We looked at Victor Vasarely , Bridget Riley and a handful of other op-art artists.  We also discussed value within artwork and how it gives the illusion of three-dimensions and space, both of which are important in op-art.  We practiced creating forms and placing value onto them.

The materials we used in this project were colored pencils.  I will definitely do this project again, the results were amazing and the students loved it!