Dragonfly Drawing Lesson

This is a simple drawing lesson using shapes to create a dragonfly in long grass.  The work of  R. John Ichter can be used as an example.  His work features brilliant colors in pastel on suede. 

Vocabulary to Introduce:
texture

pastels

geometric shapes (circle, oval, triangle)

Materials:

-textured paper

-oil pastels (crayons can be substituted)

Preparation:

After placing bright colored oil pastels in the center of the table for the children to use, go over with them them different shapes that can be used to make a dragonfly ( triangle for the body, circles for the eyes, ovals for the wings).

Our YouTube Video demonstrating the process:e paper for each child at a seat, choose brightly colored pastels or crayons to lay out.  Colors such as light green, ange, red, yellow, pink, and white work wel