Activity 1: Notan Art – Japanese art.
Elements of Art: shape
Principle of Art: contrast, balance
You will learn how to make a Notan piece of art and about how shape, contrast and balance work together.
Please look at the elements and principles posters of art under ‘Learning Resources’, so you understand what they are. #Remember darker coloured paper (black, red, dark blue) work the best for creating strong contrast, between the positive & negative shapes.
Materials needed: A4 white paper, dark coloured square paper (13x13cm or 14x14xm), lead pencil, scissors, glue stick.
Place your Notan square paper on the diagonal.
Here is my example of a Notan design you can refer to when making your own. See if you can make a triple cut out design with your shapes. Please create your own designs.
- Read through this slide first.
Have fun creating your very detailed Notan Art 🙂