Make a silhouette scene

Art and design

Respond to nocturnal animals through modelling materials

Create a silhouette plaque

Sculpture: make a simple clay animal

Create a background using reclaimed materials

Reclaimed materials: finalising a mixed-media piece

Pupils will learn about art made from reclaimed materials. They will explore this theme to make their own animal art in two and three dimensions, applying core art skills and craft techniques.

Reclaimed materials: drawing and sculpture

Silhouettes are often made from {{ }} card or paper.

following the lines of a picture or shape

a shape that shows the outline of something

Match the term with its correct definition.

You can lift the paper to check you are tracing the outline accurately.

You can use your other hand and masking tape to hold the paper still.

You should draw over the lines as quickly as possible.

You should draw over the lines slowly and carefully.

Which of these statements is **not** true about tracing carefully?

To create a silhouette scene, you first need to transfer your {{ }} outlines onto paper or card.

Which of the following animals is nocturnal?

A nocturnal animal is one that is active at {{ }} and sleeps during the day.

it sleeps during the day and is active at night.

A badger is an example of a nocturnal animal because ...

can navigate in the dark using echolocation

has a spiky texture and is often found in gardens

Match the animals to their descriptions:.

What shape can you see in a hedgehog’s nose?

To create textures, artists can use their {{ }} and other tools.

Introduction

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