Notan: Creating Positive & Negative Space Designs
Learn the Japanese Notan art form by exploring positive/negative space, symmetry, and balanced shapes to create an original Notan composition.
$17.94
1 class · $17.94 per class
Paid once.
- Level
- Beginner
- Ages
- 8–12
- Duration
- 55 min
- Classes
- 1 / Week
- Weeks
- 1
- Not satisfied after the first class? Full refund.
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Class Experience
This session introduces Notan—the Japanese art practice of using light and dark to make balanced designs. Students learn about positive vs. negative space, geometric and organic shapes, and symmetry, then follow a guided demonstration to create an original Notan with the option to extend the project afterward.
Learning Outcomes
Create a Notan composition using contrast, positive and negative space, and balanced shapes
Identify differences between positive and negative space and between geometric and organic shapes
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Meet your Instructor
An experienced classroom art educator who has taught Notan composition to third and fifth grade students, this teacher focuses on helping young artists understand balance, contrast, and visual rhythm. Lessons combine demonstration with guided practice and creative exploration so…
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