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CD Deco Art
Lesson Summary
Lesson Summary
In this lesson, students will design and create "CD Deco Art", transforming unwanted CDs into beautiful decorative ornaments. This simple and creative project helps reduce waste while exploring graphic design concepts. Once completed, the CD designs can be tied to a string and used as room decorations.
Lesson Objectives
Lesson Objectives
Understand the role of circles in graphic design.
Create two circular designs with correlating themes.
Explore creative ways to repurpose a readily available material.
Materials Needed
Unwanted CD's (Feel free to bring your old CD’s along)
Sketchbook and pencil
Color Markers
Black Permeant markers
Acrylic Markers
String
Circles in Design
Circles in Design
Circles are ubiquitous in design and nature. They symbolize wholeness and completion. In graphic design, circles often convey harmony and unity, making them visually appealing in logos, symbols, and diagrams.
Some natural and everyday examples of circles include:
Some natural and everyday examples of circles include:
The iris of an eye
The sun and planets
Tree rings
Raindrops
Various fruits and vegetables
Guiding Questions
Guiding Questions
Name a famous logo that is well-designed. What makes it effective?
Why is simplicity important in logo design? Can complex designs also be effective?
What role does color play in the design of a name or logo? How do different colors evoke different emotions or associations?
Do you have ideas for your CD Deco design?
How will you incorporate the CD’s hole into your design?
CD Deco Themes
CD Deco Themes
Plants and animals
Cars and dinosaurs
Bugs and flowers
Marine life
Superheroes
Machines and technology
Alphabet and names
Words and quotes
Clothing, shoes, and handbags
Seasons and weather
Time and clocks
Fast food and gardens
Fruits and vegetables
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
Brainstorm:
Think of creative ideas for your CD designs.
Consider imagery related to a theme.
Explore ideas with contrasting or complementary concepts (e.g., day and night).
Circular Design Idea:
Trace the outline of a CD onto your sketchbook.
Create a clear circular design that illustrates your chosen theme.
Keep it simple, as intricate details may be difficult to transfer onto the CD.
Find creative ways to incorporate the CD’s central hole into the design.
Transfer Idea:
Using a permanent marker, carefully transfer your design onto the surface of the CD.
Outline:
Trace the design outlines with black permanent markers.
Color the CD:
Fill in the outlined areas with acrylic markers, creating vibrant and bold patterns.
Repeat for the Second CD:
Follow the same steps for the second CD, ensuring the two designs correlate thematically.
Glue the CDs Together:
Apply white glue to one CD and press the second CD back-to-back.
Allow the glue to dry completely.
Final Touch:
Tie a string through the center hole.
Hang your CD Deco Art ornament in a room to enjoy your creative work.
Terminology
Terminology
Circular Design: A design element arranged around a central point.
Graphic Design: The art of combining text and visuals to communicate messages.
Permanent Marker: A type of marker designed to write on various surfaces without smudging.
Acrylic Marker: A paint-based marker for vibrant, long-lasting colors.
Theme: A central idea or motif used in artistic works.
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