Create a bold and eye-catching contour line mountainscape inspired by contemporary artist Christa Rijneveld in this engaging upper elementary and middle school art lesson! Students explore how to use line to show form, movement, and texture while building a striking black-and-white landscape filled with repeated patterns and flowing designs.
Students begin with guided practice in contour and cross-contour lines, then apply those skills to draw layered mountain forms. Each section is filled with unique line patterns, helping students understand how artists use repetition, variety, and movement to create visually dynamic compositions. This lesson strengthens foundational drawing skills while focusing on the Elements of Art (Line) and Principles of Design.
This ready-to-teach resource makes it easy to deliver a high-quality, structured lesson with impressive results across a wide range of skill levels.
What’s Included:
• 24-page PDF presentation with artist overview and step-by-step teaching slides
• Complete lesson plan (objectives, standards, materials, procedures, vocabulary, and more)
• Student self-evaluation
• Full video demonstration
• Mountain reference handout
• Contour line practice sheet
Why Teachers Love It:
• Engaging, calming, and highly focused for students
• Strong emphasis on line, pattern, and design concepts
• Builds confidence with clear, scaffolded steps
• Minimal prep and simple materials required
• Works well for a variety of skill levels
• Creates bold, visually impressive finished artwork
Skills & Concepts Covered:
• Contour line drawing
• Cross-contour lines
• Pattern and repetition
• Movement and variety
• Composition and design
• Craftsmanship and line control
Bring energy, flow, and creativity into your art room with this line-based landscape lesson. Students will enjoy transforming simple lines into intricate, expressive artwork while building essential drawing skills they can carry into future projects.
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