Manipulating drawings
I can develop my ideas by manipulating drawings in different ways.
- Year 10
Manipulating drawings
I can develop my ideas by manipulating drawings in different ways.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Biro and hairspray can be used in drawings in different ways to create interesting effects.
- Layering allows artists to infuse their unique voice and style into their drawings.
- Artists manipulate their drawings to explore concepts and clarify their intentions and message.
Keywords
Manipulate - to control or change something to achieve a desired effect
Develop - expanding and refining an idea to create a more complete outcome
Layer - in art, adding materials or techniques on top of each other to create depth or texture
Common misconception
Drawing always has to be neat, precise, and done with traditional materials like pencil.
Artists can experiment with non-traditional materials and looser techniques like splashes, drips and sprays to develop freedom and unexpected results.
Equipment
Examples of artists' work. For layering media: paper, biro, pens, ink, paint, water and hairspary. For layering collage: range of background papers, recycled objects & materials, needle & thread.
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Setting an intention in art refers to an to move toward achieving your bigger goal.
Q2.Setting an intention in art is about choosing one specific to experiment with in each piece you create.
Q3.An artist who uses fabric, scrap metal, and found objects is most likely exploring ...
Q4.Which of the following is a benefit of drawing with purpose and intention?
Q5.Match each concept with the correct description about using unconventional surfaces and materials in art.
