My Fine Arts Survey class studied Ancient Egypt, its culture, symbols and structures, then created an architectural letter.

1. ARCHITECTURAL LETTERS Image of
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• Learning Outcome: Students will become familiar with architecture by creating an architectural letter.
• Common Core Standard/GLE: CE1-VA-M3: Demonstrating art methods and techniques in visual
representations based on research of imagery. CA-4VA-M2: Working individually/collectively to
analyze/interpret symbols and images for meaning, purpose, and value in art and other curricula.
• Description of Lesson: Students studied Ancient Egypt and its architecture, after which we created 3D
letters.
ARCHITECTURAL LETTERS
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In my Fine Arts Survey Class, we have already talked about and looked at Ancient Egypt via movies, videos, and a lip
internet. We studied hieroglyphs and other symbols of Egypt. I first told them they had to use Egyptian
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symbols in their 3D letter they will create. This would be a perfect time (and I think they will like this) for me Tip:
to let them know that they are welcome to change the symbols from Egyptian to symbols about their Page 155: Where
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*Look over and discuss Chapter 7 of Art in Focus. Students think of 5 questions from the chapter. Research and try to answer
those questions.
my students
1. Create a preliminary design of a letter using scrap paper, Egyptian symbols or symbols re: their passions, and pencil colors. more choice
2. Design the shape of a letter on drawing paper using a pencil. The letter should be a minimum of 2-2 1/2” thick in all areas. Cut in what they
the letter out and use it as a pattern to trace onto both mat-board pieces, then cut out. use, do, or
3. Take one mat-board letter, right-side-up and glue paper cups onto it, staggering them up and down so the cups fit together. The
more cups used, the stronger the letter will be. Allow glue to dry until tacky (or longer), then glue the top letter in place,
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being careful to align it with the bottom letter. Allow to dry completely. achieve the
4. Cut tape into a variety of lengths. Smooth tape gently around and adhere it to the back side. Continue until all surfaces are learning I am
completely covered with at least 2 layer of tape. Apply the tape as smoothly as possible, avoiding excessive overlapping.
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As an option, apply 2 coats of acrylic gesso to make the surface white and help seal any edges. Allow the gesso to dry between
coats. Embellish the surface of the letter with descriptive words, images and symbols that are meaningful to the
student’s personal identity.
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