This is an easy and inexpensive art project for your students to create while studying Ancient Greece and Rome, and it looks great on the wall. I have been doing this for years. I just recently suped up the process to create a product the kids are really proud of to display.
1. Using tan 12x18inch construction paper, I have students trace and cut a vase from some templates I had prepared on tag board (too big to share).
2. I have the students select a picture from this book. There are many other choices out there, but I really like this one. Each student will need a personal copy of their selection.
3. Then have the students trace around the image with a regular, old school pencil (not mechanical), the darker, the better.
4. Afterwards, flip over the picture and center it on the vase. Rub the back of the black line master with a pencil. You may want to use tape to keep the picture in place.
5. Magically, the pencil lead will transfer onto the construction paper, providing a guideline for the students to trace with a black marker or Sharpie.
6. Afterwards, I have the students complete the same process with greek designs and borders around the neck and base of the vase. I found some on the web, just do a search of "Ancient Greek Borders."
7. Then have the students trace the designs with a thin black Sharpie. After they have finalized their design, they need to fill in the vase with a thick Sharpie.
8. Laminate for a final touch to replicate glazing!
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