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Photoshop
Brush and Shape Tools
Project URL:
http://teachers.ithsnyc.org/landerson/WSWEB/Brushtool/teachnet.htm
How it works:
This program is comprised of two step-by-step introductory
Photoshop lessons with screen shots and clear descriptions of the
correct tools to select. It enables students to be creative and
includes manipulating and writing about shapes along with
technological development. In the brush tool lesson, the students
write a haiku to describe their painting.
Standards addressed:
As writers, students use the written language for self-expression and
artistic creation. They transmit information about their shape design in an essay informed by
mathematical concepts, understand the significance of the haiku in the
brush tool project, and apply this form of poetry to the construction
of their own haiku related to a nature drawing. They apply
technological knowledge and skills to design products to satisfy a
variety of needs, and understand and gain proficiency in two of the
major functions of Photoshop software.
Materials
used:
The program
makes use of a computer lab with Adobe Photoshop and a word processor.
The students:
These lessons are appropriate for students from fifth through twelfth
grade. Students do not need any technology skills or they could be
somewhat advanced. The lessons can be adjusted to the level of the students. It provides challenge to more
advanced students and allows for simplicity for the less
technological/academic student.
Overall value:
The Photoshop Brush and Shape
Tools lessons are clear and work
with a variety of age ranges. Students
are highly motivated to learn Photoshop and enjoy creating art with the computer.
Tips:
While students enjoy their work, they can become impatient and it can
become difficult for the teacher to assist them. Walk around the room
in an orderly path and assure the students you will get to all of
them. You may also want to demonstrate the steps using an LCD
projector. Enlist a student who is familiar with the program to
assist others.
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About the teacher:
Laura Anderson is a math/technology teacher at Edward A. Reynolds
West Side High School in New York City. She has been teaching for 20
years and currently teaches Web Design, Computer Math and Oracle
Internet Academy.
E-mail:
LauraJaneAnders@aol.com
Subject areas:
Technology
Language Arts
Grade levels:
5-12
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