Principles of art: unity
I can create unity in a printed textile design based on a theme.
- Year 9
Principles of art: unity
I can create unity in a printed textile design based on a theme.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Artists achieve unity through repetition of elements such as colour, shape and texture, creating a sense of harmony.
- Unity can enhance the emotional impact and convey the artist's intended ideas or feelings.
- Artists use symmetry, pattern, harmony, and proportion to create a sense of wholeness.
Keywords
Unity - separate elements working together in a composition
Block printing - a method for printing with an inked block, such as a stamp.
Convey - to express or communicate an idea, feeling, or message through the artwork.
Relief print - a printmaking technique where the design to be inked is raised above the surface.
Common misconception
To create unity, all elements in a piece must look exactly the same or be repeated in a uniform manner.
Variety can still contribute to a cohesive composition, as does repeating elements in a non-uniform way.
Equipment
Paper, printing inks, card / polyblock, rollers, scissors, glue, fabric, watercolour paints
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What does proportion in Western art refer to?
Q2.How can Western ideas of proportion be helpful in drawing?
Q3.What does drawing from direct observation mean?
Q4.Which are the elements of art?
Q5.Which of these statements correctly describe proportion?
Q6.What is a potential downside of using Western ideals of proportion?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.How do artists create unity in their work?
Q2.What does unity in art help to achieve?
Q3.How can unity enhance an artwork's impact?
Q4.Match each keyword to its definition:
Q5.What is block printing?
Q6.Match the keyword to its meaning:
