Profile portraits in art
I can identify the features of portraits and profile portraits.
Profile portraits in art
I can identify the features of portraits and profile portraits.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- A portrait is a picture of a person and it focuses on their face and expression.
- Common features of a portrait include eyes, nose, mouth, ears and hair, chin, eyebrows, neck, shoulders.
- A profile portrait is a recording of a person's face or head from a side view.
Keywords
Portraits - artistic recordings of people, usually their head and shoulders
Profile portraits - a side view representation or view of a human head or face
Side profile - the side view of a human head
Common misconception
Pupils might think that, in a profile portrait, both eyes and ears are visible.
In a true profile portrait, only one eye and one ear are typically visible, as the subject is viewed from the side.
Equipment
Pipe cleaners or wire
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - equipment
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
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