CAKE! 4th and 5th Graders do Wayne Thiebuad

After learning all about California artist Wayne Thiebaud, we discussed how he used tints and shades to turn 2D shapes in 3D forms.  Students then practiced drawing 3D forms in their sketchbooks and adding tints and shades to create a sense of depth in their drawings.  Finally, we used oil pastels on colored construction paper to create their final cake drawings.  Here is a closer look!