Experiment with collage
I can create a layered collage with contrasting textures, shapes, and colours, while incorporating black and white photography to enhance depth and composition.
- Year 10
Experiment with collage
I can create a layered collage with contrasting textures, shapes, and colours, while incorporating black and white photography to enhance depth and composition.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Experiment with overlapping materials to create depth. Layers can add complexity and intrigue to the artwork
- Use contrasting colours, textures, and shapes to create visual interest and draw the viewer’s eye
- Consider visual weight, symmetrical or asymmetrical balance when arranging elements to achieve a harmonious composition
Keywords
Visual weight - the perceived "heaviness" of an element in the artwork, which is influenced by its size, colour, or placement
Asymmetry - a layout where elements are not mirrored but still balanced through visual interest
Composition - the arrangement of elements in an artwork
Common misconception
The main subject photo should completely dominate the composition.
The photograph should interact with the background, not overpower it. The transparency of acetate or digital opacity allows the viewer to still appreciate the layers beneath. The photograph should complement the painted background, not mask it.
Equipment
Paints, paintbrushes, collage papers, scissors, glue, acetate or tracing paper sheets, printed black & white photographs or digital access to take photos. Optional: access to digital editing software.
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the term to its correct definition.
