Middle Ages Gargoyles — Medieval Art, Gothic Sculpture & Drawing Activity
 
Explore the fascinating world of Medieval gargoyles! Students learn about history and Gothic architecture while practicing observation and drawing skills with these fun, hands-on activities.
 
Details:
3 Fact & Image Sheets covering historical and architectural aspects of gargoyles
1 page Fun Facts about Gargoyles
1 Fun Gargoyle Page featuring whimsical examples from the Washington Cathedral
2 Grid Drawing Pages for practicing accurate observation and proportions
1 page teacher and student instructions for clay sculpture of gargoyles
4 additional pages of enlarged images for print or display
Perfect for Middle Ages units, art centers, or independent practices
Why You’ll Love It:
Inspires creative exploration and historical learning
Builds observation and drawing skills using grid methodsConnects art history to hands-on student activities
Engaging and accessible for a variety of grade levels
Tried and tested in an actual classroom with grade 8 student examples for clay sculptures
Encourages students to design their own gargoyles using inspiration from history and whimsy