Shape refers to 2D objects, like circles, squares, and triangles. These shapes are flat and only have height and width. Artists use shapes to create pictures and designs on a flat surface, like paper or canvas.
Form refers to 3D objects, like spheres, cubes, and pyramids. These forms have height, width, and depth, making them look more like real-life objects. Artists use forms to create sculptures or 3D models that you can see from different angles.
Choose an activity to explore Shape and Form:
- Cardboard Home by Cub Scouts (Brownie Step 3 & Junior Step 3)
- Cubist Art by Deep Space Sparkle (Brownie Step 3 & Junior Step 3)
- Mask Making
- Mobiles by Enchanted Learning (Brownie Step 3 & Junior Step 3)
- Mosaics
- Overlapping Circles Art by Art is Basic (Brownie Step 3 & Junior Steps 3 & 4)
- Paper Sculpture by artdayisawesome (Brownie Step 3 & Junior Step 3)
- Pen and Puffy Paint – Scouts draw a group of balloons, bugs, or cupcakes using pen, then add puffy paint to decorate each one with color, texture, and patterns.
- Shape & Form Exploration (Brownie Step 3 & Junior Step 3)
- Tangram Art (Brownie Step 3 & Junior Step 3)
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