the use of colour, brushwork, and composition to communicate emotion or atmosphere

the combination of a selection of elements arranged and organised within an artwork

the different types of strokes or marks an artist makes with tools

Painting with expression: capturing  emotion and atmosphere

Art and design

Deepening the understanding of the principles of painting

Painting: brushwork: techniques for texture and precision

Revisiting colour theory: the science and emotion of colour

Exploring mediums: acrylics, oils watercolours and beyond

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

Select the elements artists can use expressively to create mood in a painting.

Select the techniques that can help create a dramatic effect in a painting.

Which technique describes free, sweeping movements with the brush to show energy and motion?

Artists always use perspective to copy reality exactly.

to create emotional impact for the viewer

When an artist focuses on feeling rather than realism, what is their main goal?

using bold or unusual colour combinations

varying the direction and energy of brushstrokes

only copying what the subject looks like in real life

adding texture through thick or layered paint

Select  ways that can help a painter create atmosphere in their work.

Starter Quiz

Select the elements artists can use expressively to create mood in a painting.