Sunset Silhouette Collage Lesson Plan

Step 1: 

Paint the Sunset

1. Paint the entire sheet of paper using warm sunset colors.
2. Use colors such as:
   • Yellow
   • Orange
   • Pink
   • Purple
3. Allow some colors to blend where they meet to create a glowing sunset effect.
4. Let the paper dry completely.

Possible Modification: Invite students to invent their own silhouette, a plant, animal or cactus shape, instead of copying the example. Every finished piece will have its own unique personality while using the same colorful sunset background.

Step 2: 

Create the Silhouette

1. Fold a piece of black construction paper in half.
2. Draw half of a large rounded shape along the folded edge (this will become one side of the base).
3. Cut it out and unfold to reveal a symmetrical shape.

Step 3: 

Add Cross Shapes (or shapes of your choice)

1. 1. Cut three long black rectangles.
   2. Cut six small rectangles.
   3. Glue one small rectangle across the end of each long rectangle to create simple cross shapes.

Step 4: 

Assemble the Artwork

1. Glue the large base along one side of the painted paper.
2. Arrange the three cross shapes so they appear to sit on the base.
3. Glue everything in place.

Step 5: 

Finish

Look over the artwork and press down all edges. Add name and date (be sure to keep away from the edges)