there are two types of texture: actual texture and implied texture

suggested or shown indirectly, not actually there but made to look like it is

in art, to press a tool, object, or texture into a soft material (like clay) to leave a mark or pattern

The elements of art: texture

Art and design

Pupils will develop an understanding of the basic elements of art and learn how artists use these elements in different ways in their work. In the unit, pupils will answer questions as they look at the elements through a variety of processes to identify  how they are used in different art forms.

The elements of art

To create real texture in clay, you can {{}} tools or objects into the surface.

Which technique might an artist use to create implied texture on paper?

Object used to create a texture or effect

Which material is best for impressing real texture?

Repeating marks in clay creates texture with rhythm and {{}}.

What is the main purpose of expressive mark making in art?

Which of these is NOT part of the creative industries?

Which tools might be used for creating textured marks?

Which colour combination creates the strongest contrast in a composition?

Artists use their sketchbooks to {{}} and revisit creative ideas.

Starter Quiz