Student Art Activity

This project offers an easy way to tie in some science, and involves multiple art techniques. Students will learn to draw a whale inspired by original drawings by famed marine life artist Wyland. Included are line drawings and step-by-step instructions for a gray whale. The next step is adding color with watercolors. Students will enjoy experimenting with the paint, exploring the wet-on-wet technique, seeing how colors mingle on the paper, and learning to paint around an area.

Learning Objectives Fun facts about whales:
- How to draw one of 12 whales.
- Learn about and draw repeating patterns.
- Techniques for working with permanent markers and watercolors.

Time Required: 90 minutes - 2 hours, broken into two classes.