Title - Carbon Resist
By - Susie Davis
Primary Subject - Art
Grade Level - 6-8
Supplies:
9x12 white drawing paper
scissors
carbon paper, newsprint
watercolors, brushes
iron [I usually do the ironing for safety}
Define silhouette and show examples.
Choose a theme that will incorporate silhouettes
as the center of interest. For example: trees,
buildings, fish, flowers, etc. Some objects, such
as a flower, will be more appealing if cut in
stencil form. After the silhouettes have been
cut from the carbon paper, place the pieces shiny
side down on the drawing paper. Cover the
picture with a sheet of newsprint, and carefully
press hot iron over the picture. Remove newsprint
and peel away the carbon. It will leave a textured
imprint. Use watercolors to paint the background.
The carbon silhouettes will resist the watercolor.
Math
Language Arts
Science
Social Studies
Art
Computers & Internet
Music
P.E. & Health
Other
Multi-Disciplinary
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