the lines, dots and scratches created by tools

any object or material used to help create marks, shapes, or effects in a work of art

something that is passed down through generations and is connected to the customs, beliefs, or practices of a particular culture or group

Devise a mark-making toolkit

Art and design

Pupils will learn how abstract artists convey feelings and emotions through their use of colour, line and shape. They will take part in practical abstract exercises before designing and creating an abstract felt panel themselves.

Abstract art: drawing, printing and textiles

The lines, dots and scratches created by tools.

Something that is passed down through generations in cultures.

Art created without representational forms.

Which of the following is NOT a reason for testing mark-making tools?

Artists might create tools from {{}} materials found in their surroundings.

Using unique materials helps to tell a {{}} through art.

art that does not try to represent something realistically

a strong feeling like happiness, anger, or sadness

a personal interpretation or reaction to an event, image or idea

Abstract art uses {{}} shapes, and lines to convey feelings.

Abstract art tries to show things exactly as they look in real life.

Which of these artists is known for abstract art?

In abstract art, artists may use {{}} to express feelings tied to personal experiences.

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