The work of artists and designers: elements of art
I can analyse how artists use materials to communicate a theme and experiment with materials to express my own theme.
- Year 10
The work of artists and designers: elements of art
I can analyse how artists use materials to communicate a theme and experiment with materials to express my own theme.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Consider the emotional impact of the colour scheme and how it contributes to the work's mood.
- Examine the arrangement of elements within the artwork.
- Analyse how the materials and techniques serve the themes or concepts of the work.
Keywords
Elements - the elements of art are the basic parts used to make artwork.
Analyse - to look closely at the different parts of an artwork
Theme - the main idea or message that an artwork communicates
Common misconception
The material an artist uses doesn’t matter as long as the subject or idea is strong.
The choice of materials greatly affects how an artwork looks, feels and communicates meaning. Materials can add texture, symbolism and emotional impact that deepen the viewer’s understanding.
Equipment
Pen, paper or other methods of recording artist analysis, plastic (bags, bubble wrap, packaging), art materials for students to explore in combination with the plastic.
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - equipment
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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