created by Jacob73457 in Grade 2 at
Blessed Sacrament Catholic School
from school project "Kimono Print Making"
art id #112041422
About this School Project (Kimono Print Making)
Students first watched a read aloud Suki's Kimono. Then we talked about what types of designs are found on many Japanese and Chinese kimonos. We also talked about when, where and why a kimono may typically be worn. Next we began the creative process. We talked about symmetry and balance as well as how to use a ruler to make the sleeves as wide as the body of the kimono. Students were encouraged to draw their kimono to where it took up almost the entire page.
Next we talked about the ribbon that is used to wrap around the body and tie the kimono closed )the Obu).
Once the kimonos were drawn then students measured a pieces of paper that was the same size as the width of their kimono. On this paper they were encourahed to create a simple (meaning lacking in details) design that represents some of the cultural aspects we spoke about. Next once the design was approved, students cut a piece of foam the same size as their paper. On the foam they used a wooden stylis to recreate their pattern or design. We talk about how to carbe the design in deeply. Once they had a nice deep carve they were given a piece of copy paper and could select one color of paint to practice stamping. Students, learned how too much or too little paint on the stamp would make the stamp mpre r less visible.
Once students were able to get several clear stamped images then they were ready to fill their kimonos with their designs. They were to fill in all areas of the kimono except for the obi. This was to
