Exploring mediums: acrylics, oils watercolours and beyond

Art and design

Deepening the understanding of the principles of painting

Painting: brushwork: techniques for texture and precision

Painting with expression: capturing  emotion and atmosphere

Revisiting colour theory: the science and emotion of colour

Compositional strategies: designing engaging and balanced artworks

Layering and blending: creating depth and richness in paintings

This teacher-led unit deepens pupils' skills within endorsements. Through short workshop activities, pupils further explore a range of materials and techniques. They develop studies focused on the elements and principles of art in practice.

Foundation workshops: developing skills

Physical activity and equipment requiring safe use

It dries very slowly and is best for blending.

It is plastic-based, fast-drying and versatile.

It is always transparent like watercolour.

Which of these statements about acrylic paint is correct?

they dry slowly, allowing for smooth tonal shifts

Why are oil paints often used for blending and depth?

they are transparent, letting the paper show through

What makes watercolours different from acrylics and oils?

True or false? Acrylic paint and solvents from oil painting should always be washed down the sink.

It adds depth, contrast, and expressive surfaces.

How can mixing different media (like acrylic, ink, and collage) improve an artwork?

rough surfaces add texture; smooth surfaces give even application

How does the surface (support) you work on affect paint behaviour?

Exploring mediums: acrylics, oils watercolours and beyond

Lesson outcome

Content guidance