Layering and mixed-media
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can use layering and mixed-media to create map artwork.
Key learning points
- Artists use layering to show complexity and meaning.
- Artists and designers sometimes plan their artwork first to help them explore ideas.
- Mixed-media combines materials like paint, drawing and collage.
- Artists review and enhance their artwork to improve it.
Keywords
Mixed-media - when you use different types of materials to make one piece of art
Review - to look at something again to check it, think about it, or talk about it
Layering - adding one or more parts on top of another, like stacking paper or paint
Common misconception
Pupils may think that they can't move away from their initial plan.
Artists change their artwork as they go by responding to reflection and feedback.
Teacher tip
Pupils will need access to a range of media for this lesson.
Equipment
Mixed-media materials, paper, magazines, newspapers, paint, charcoal, pastels, scissors, glue and pencils.
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which colour shows happy feelings?
Q2.What do we use to show someone moving in a drawing?
Q3.Match the words to what they mean:
Not a real picture
A strong feeling
Shows feelings
Q4. art uses shapes and colours to show feelings.
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Mixed-media is when you .
Q2.What is layering in art?
Q3.Match the word to what it means:
Using feelings and shapes to make art
Cutting and sticking different materials to make a picture
Using pencil, crayon, or pen to make a picture
Q4.What is it called when we look at something again to check it, think about it, or talk about it?
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The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
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