Expressing emotion through art

Art and design

Pupils will explore how creative making can support health and wellbeing through personal expression and use art for self-discovery.  Inspired by artistic practice they will investigate art as a tool for transformation and connection, using memories and reflections to support a sense of belonging.

Art for life: expression and belonging

Physical activity and equipment requiring safe use

Use of equipment that may require supervision for safety, e.g. scissors in KS1, needles, paint, knives, cooking.

Emotions can arise from our thoughts, but thinking itself is not an emotion.

Which statements correctly respond to the question: "Is thinking an emotion?"

a wide range of emotions including calmness, joy, and excitement

Which of the following emotions can be expressed through art?

Art is only meaningful when accompanied by text.

Art can communicate ideas, emotions, and messages without words.

What does it mean to view art as a visual language?

Yes, it can express creativity, emotion, and ideas.

Yes, sharp jagged lines can represent anger.

Yes, curvy, soft lines might represent calmness.

Can line represent emotion? Select all statements that apply.

What does the word "express" mean in the following sentence? "Artists often express their feelings through their work."

by helping people express emotions which could reduce stress

How can art support a person’s wellbeing?

by limiting creativity to specific outcomes

by allowing individuals to assess their emotional journey and growth

How can reflecting on artistic practice contribute to wellbeing?

In Western cultures, which colour is usually associated with anger?

Content guidance

Risk assessment required - equipment

Adult supervision required

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Expressing emotion through art

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.