a type of poem that is written in the shape of the subject that it describes

a work of art, like a picture or a sculpture, that an artist has made of themselves

using words to create visual images in the mind

a person's true feelings, thoughts, beliefs and desires, which may not always be visible to others

the external aspects of a person and how they present themselves to the world

Draft a self-portrait concrete poem

Art and design

Use monoprinting to create a self-portrait

Create an art box

Plan for an assemblage sculpture

Assemblage: interior box design

Assemblage: exterior box design

Pupils will devise and make a personalised assemblage sculpture that reflects aspects of their inner and outer personality. They will compose a poetry self-portrait before researching, gathering and collecting items for their assemblage sculpture.

Me in a box: drawing and sculpture

a type of poem where the arrangement of words creates a visual image

a printing method to create a single, unique print

pairs of colours positioned opposite each other on the colour wheel that, when used together, create strong contrast and visual impact

an enclosed assemblage or box that combines found objects, images and materials

the first layer of paint that is applied to a surface before adding any other colours, patterns, or details

objects or materials that are special or meaningful to the artist

an art form that involves creating a composition by combining objects into a unified artwork

a three-dimensional art form created by shaping or combining materials

how a person sees and understands who they are

individual parts of an artwork that join together to make one cohesive piece

a letter design that shows emotion or meaning through its shape and style

the methods used to connect two or more materials or parts together

to look at something carefully to understand what is good about it, what could be better, and how it can be improved

the different ways materials can be connected or fixed together

the process of decorating, altering, or adding texture to the surface of a material or object

Me in a box: drawing and sculpture

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