writing or images that have been sprayed, stencilled, painted, scratched or drawn on a public space

the art and technique of arranging letters and text to make written language visually appealing

the overall appearance of a letter such as block, bubble, or wildstyle

a stylised signature or nickname used by graffiti artists to mark their work

the bold line that surrounds graffiti letters, making them stand out

Sketching street art and designing graffiti letters

Art and design

Pupils will study street art in contemporary culture. They will consider grafitti in the context of calligraphy and sign painting traditions. They will learn how to draw graffiti letters and street art graphics before designing their own street art composition for a community space artwork.

Street Art: digital and new media

True or false? Graffiti is often viewed as rebellious.

To create a sense of depth and make the letters stand out

To make the letters blend into the background

What is the main purpose of using shadow in graffiti lettering?

What do you call the style of lettering used in graffiti art that is bold and creative, often drawn in a unique way to make it stand out?

Which of these are types of graffiti lettering? Select all that apply:

sprayed or painted writing or images on a public space

a stylised signature or nickname used by graffiti artists

Match the key word to its correct definition:

Choose the style of lettering (for example, bubble letters or sharp edges)

Sketch your letters in pencil, creating shapes and outlines

Add shadows and highlights to make the letters stand out

Put these steps in order for designing graffiti-style letters:

True or false? Street artists often use public spaces to express ideas or messages.

Which of the following best describes a stencil?

What is the name for artwork created in public places, often using spray paint or stencils?

murals, stencils, posters, digital projections.

watercolours and oil paintings in galleries.

A large artwork painted or applied directly onto a wall or ceiling

A large artwork painted or applied directly onto a wall or ceiling.

Writing or images e.g. sprayed, stencilled on a public wall.

An open space that is accessible to everyone e.g. streets and parks.

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