Challenge: Make four repeating patterns, each inspired by a different word.

Rules:

• Use both color and shape to reflect the word that inspires the pattern.
• The four patterns should look different from each other.
• At least one pattern should include overlapping shapes.
• At least one pattern should include transparency.
• At least one pattern should include contrasting-sized shapes.
• You may not include stars.

Objectives: Students will be able to...

• make a repeating pattern.
• make a visual artwork inspired by and representing a word.
• make four patterns that look different from each other.
• work within the confines of an assignment with rules.
• create a complex pattern.
• make a well-crafted drawing using Illustrator.

Student Work: