How To Paint A Lighthouse | the elements of art

Learn how to paint a lighthouse and sunset using acrylic paints. In the lesson plan learn about the elements and principles of art, specifically unity & harmony. Learn about Claude Monet and his impressionistic style of painting.

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Objectives

1. Learn the principles of art, specifically harmony.
2. Review the elements of art and how they apply to the principles of art.
3. Learn about Claude Monet and impressionism. ​

Materials Needed

1. Canvas or Canvas Panels 
2. Acrylic Paint Set
3. ​Variety of Brushes  (one Large Flat Brush medium flat, small flat, medium and small round)
4. Watercolor Pencil (for sketching)
5. Palette, plate, or parchment paper (to place paint on)
6. Ruler
7. Water in jar
8. Paper towels
9. Hair dryer (optional)

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I hope you had as much fun as I did! I hope you had fun creating with me. Come Join the Party and get more creative! Thank You!

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