Element of Art Value Art Project Eye Art Lesson Grayscale Shading Art Activity

This Value Eye Drawing Art Lesson teaches the Element of Art: Value to middle school artists in Grades 5 to 8. Students draw a realistic human eye with soft pastels and charcoal on black paper, exploring value, shading, contrast and realism.

Students learn to identify highlights, midtones and shadows and apply soft pastel with control, moving beyond outlines into full form. The lesson is fully planned with step-by-step instructions, rubrics, assessment tools and reflection worksheets, so art specialists, classroom teachers and homeschool parents can teach it with confidence.

WHAT TEACHERS ARE SAYING

★★★★ “This was a fun project that my students were able to complete in one 40-minute class, plus a few minutes to add the final details at the beginning of the next class. We also tried it with black-light chalk for Halloween, and it was pretty cool. It looks like it would be harder than it is, which is always great for building student confidence.” Kesha N.

WHAT'S INCLUDED (NON-EDITABLE)

• PowerPoint and PDF Tutorial (17 slides with visual steps)
• 2-Page Lesson Plan with supply list and objectives
• Display Sign for student work
• Finished Example for visual reference
• Student Step-by-Step Drawing Guide
• Rubric
• Artwork Reflection Worksheet
• Compare and Contrast Value Worksheet
• Sustainable Studio Habits Prompt
• Read and Respond Critical Thinking Page
• Creative Process Drawing Prompt
• Artist Statement Template
• Elements and Principles of Art Analysis Sheet
• Element of Art: Value Reading and Writing Prompt

HOW TO USE IT

Show the PowerPoint or PDF on a projector for whole-class instruction, or give students the handouts for independent work. It works for introducing or reinforcing value, contrast and shading in a middle school art program, and it is created for use with soft pastels and black paper.

National standards listed in the resource: VA:Cr2.1.6a, VA:Cr1.2.5a, VA:Cr2.1.5a, VA:Cr2.2.5a, VA:Cr2.1.4a, VA:Cr2.2.4a.

FAQ

Who is this for?

Art teachers, classroom educators, substitute teachers and homeschool parents teaching Grades 5 to 8, including those who are not art experts.

How long does it take?

Usually 2 to 3 class periods, depending on age group, skill level and class management. Some groups finish sooner, while others take more time to explore blending.

Is there a PowerPoint?

Yes. The 17-slide tutorial is included as a PowerPoint and a PDF.

Is it editable?

No. The resource is non-editable.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Kathleen McGiveron (Ms Artastic) is an artist who has been featured on NBC LX News and in OCO Magazine, and designs art lessons for kids and educational resources for teachers. She is the founder of Ms Artastic and hosts the Ms Artastic YouTube Channel and Podcast.

TERMS OF USE

Images and lessons are copyright products.

YOU MAY: use this for your classroom, homeschool or as part of your creative teaching. Clip art may be used for classroom decor, bulletin boards and educational products with proper licensing.

YOU MAY NOT: post this on OutSchool, blogs or district drives, or share, resell or copy this product for others without appropriate licensing. Admin or districts must purchase additional licenses.

Sincerely,

Ms Artastic

ALL TEACHER REVIEWS (1)

★★★★ “Very nice step by steps that allowed my students to follow easily.” MissClay'sArtLessons