a technique used to block out areas of the paper you want to keep white or light using a barrier that stops paint from soaking into those areas

a technique where a thin, transparent layer of paint is added over a dry wash. It builds up colour and depth without covering the details underneath

the act of gently lifting wet paint from the paper using a tissue, sponge, or dry brush

a smooth, even layer of watered-down paint applied across a large area

a technique where you add wet paint into another area of wet paint. The colours mix and spread naturally on the paper, creating soft edges, blends and interesting effects.

Experiment with wet media: watercolour

Art and design

Experiment with dry media: charcoal

Experiment with dry media: fine liner

Experiment with wet media: inks

Experiment with wet media: paints

Experiment with collage

Experiment with print: relief

Experiment with print: monotype

Mixed media materials and techniques

This is a teacher led unit which introduces to pupils to the skills within their endorsements. Through a series of workshop activities, students experiment with a range of materials and techniques. They develop a range of studies exploring mark making media, print and mixed media.

Foundation workshops: an introduction to the areas of study

Physical activity and equipment requiring safe use

Use of equipment that may require supervision for safety, e.g. scissors in KS1, needles, paint, knives, cooking.

What word describes how light or dark a colour appears?

A {{}} is a smooth, watered-down layer of paint used in watercolour.

Which of these best describes an organic shape in art?

The term {{}} describes how much a paint hides the surface below it.

Which word is NOT typically used to describe tone?

Experiment with wet media: watercolour

Lesson outcome

Content guidance