Digital printing
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can create a digital print to represent something about myself.
Key learning points
- Symbols can be used to represent a thought or idea
- Designs can be refined and simplified
- Technology can be used to copy and paste a design
- Repeating motifs can create an eye-catching pattern or design
Keywords
Pattern - a design in which lines, shapes or colours are repeated
Motif - a decorative image or shape, often repeated to form a pattern
Symbol - a mark or character used to represent an idea, object, or relationship
Refine - making small changes to improve a piece of art
Common misconception
Symbols have to be detailed.
Symbols can be refined and made simple.
Teacher tip
Children will need access to a digital programme that allows them to use a drawing tool. It may be helpful to select and provide appropriate examples of the mentioned artists' work to enrich discussions.
Equipment
Draw media such as pencils and pens, paper or sketchbook, tablet or computer
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which of these could be a symbol of someone you love?
Q2.What does the word observe mean when we are drawing someone important to us?
Q3.What does tone mean in drawing?
Q4.When sketching, pressing down lightly helps to ...
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is a pattern in art?
Q2.Which word means a small shape or picture used in patterns?
Q3.What are the steps to upload a symbol to your digital programme?
Q4.Match the word to what it means:
A repeating design
A small shape in a design
A picture that means something
To make something better
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