Rule of Thirds and Composition

Grade 8Art45 min

Learning Objective

I can apply the rule of thirds to create a balanced composition in my own artwork.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

5 min

Composition in Art: Mastering the Rule of Thirds

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Practice

14 min

7 questions β€’ Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

β€œDescribe a scene you want to paint (e.g., a sunset over the ocean). Explain how you would use the rule of thirds to position the horizon line and any other key elements in your painting. Imagine you are painting a portrait of a person. How could you use the rule of thirds to position the person's face and eyes in the painting to create a balanced composition? ”

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