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In this activity, you will create an artwork about the human body ! During this activity please think about these questions: Q1: How do shapes help us draw the human body? Q2: How do we ensure that our body is the correct size? Q3: How do artists use the mannequin shape to create original characters? You will need the following materials: Paper Pencil Eraser Ruler Coloured pencils This activity has two parts: Part One: Reflection and Review (create mannequin drawings based on the lessons we have learned in class) Part Two: Creativity (create original characters from your mannequin drawings) Part One: A. Listen to the voice instruction B. Watch the video tutorial C. Gather your materials D. Draw the mannequin E. Post your mannequins to the activity - use the template. Part Two: A. Use your understanding of the human body to create unique characters B. Make a voice note to tell us about your characters C: Post the final work to the activity Art History Links: Edgar Degas - A French artist famous for his pastel drawings and oil paintings of ballerinas