I created a look-a-like of a moth. To create this I used things that I found outside. I chose a moth because I had an idea for the wing patterns.
First, I thought about what insect I was going to make. After I chose the moth I found a reference image of one.
Next, I went outside to try and find the materials that I thought I might need. The materials I gathered were dandelions, buttercups, different kinds of leaves, and a plant that I cannot name.
Lastly, I tried to piece my materials together to create a moth like creature. I tried to find things for the furry body, the big and small wings, and the patterns on the wings.
This activity was quite fun and it made me use my creativity a bit more.
Tēnā koe Oscar, Fiona here from the SLJ.
ReplyDeleteWOW! You have done an awesome job creating a very beautiful moth out of natural materials. I really like the way you have used dandelions, buttercups and leaves to add a variety of texture and colour to your creation.
Did you learn any cool facts about moths after doing this activity that you can share with me? One interesting fact I know about moths is that the pūriri moth is New Zealand’s BIGGEST moth - they can grow as big as your hand! I think that would give me a fright!
Keep up the great learning and blogging. I’m going to check out more of your awesome blogs!
Ngā mihi nui,
Fiona (SLJ).
Kia ora Oscar, this is Elle from the Summer Learning Journey.
ReplyDeleteKa pai - you have created an awesome piece of insect art! I really like that your moth is so big and has so many different natural materials. Decorating the wings with flowers was a clever idea! It reminds me of a big green puriri moth - we used to have lots of these in our garage after a heavy rainfall and I always thought they looked so cool! Have you seen a puriri moth before?
I think it’s awesome that you’ve included how you approached the activity, and your creative process! Tino pai - it’s great to see you adding quality captions to go with your work.
Ngā mihi nui and keep up the great blogging!
Elle (SLJ)