a connection between things that we make in our minds, like when you think of sunshine and holidays together

when an object, or image represents a bigger idea or feeling, it can help us understand deeper meanings in art

to decorate or add extra details to something to make it look nicer or more interesting

liquid clay used like glue to join two pieces of clay together

Nature and symbolism

Art and design

The presence of nature in art

Animals depicted in art

Nature and architecture

Art and environmental activism

Artist responses to plastic pollution

In this unit, pupils will explore art, artefacts, and architecture from around the world. Through hands-on activities, they will experiment with different techniques and materials to create artworks. Pupils will gain a wider context of how art shapes and reflects our global history overtime.

The importance of nature in art

What is the main purpose of slip in ceramics?

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Rolling out flat pieces of clay and creating clay work using slabs

Adding decorative elements, such as designs, to enhance a piece

Creating patterns on the clay surface by removing or adding material

Adding clay to the surface to create texture or pattern, such as coils

Match the clay techniques with the descriptions

No, even simple shapes and symbols can hold deep meaning.

Do only complex images create strong associations in art?

What is an example of a simple shape that carries strong associations?

a connection between things that we make in our minds

when an object, or image represents a bigger idea or feeling

to decorate or add extra details to something

Including natural shapes, textures, and materials

When an artist wants to connect their artwork to nature, which of these is the best method?

The surface quality of natural materials, like leaves or bark.

Represent strength, permanence, and endurance.

Match the natural element with its most suitable association

Using objects or elements to represent deeper meanings

The technical skills an artist uses in their work

What does symbolism in art typically refer to?

A butterfly in art is commonly used to symbolise:

Mortality and the fleeting nature of life

Smooth out the rough edges to make it more minimal

Add decorative textures, ornaments, or details to the surface

Cut away large parts of the sculpture to make it smaller

When an artist embellishes a sculpture, they might:

Nature and symbolism

Lesson outcome