Decorate a papier-mâché paradise island
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can decorate a papier-mâché paradise island
Key learning points
- Artists use colour to express ideas and atmosphere in 3D artworks.
- Painting techniques can add texture and realism to sculptural surfaces.
- Adding final details helps bring a sculpture to life.
- Reflecting on your work helps you recognise achievements and make improvements.
Keywords
Detail - small parts added to make the artwork more interesting or realistic.
Reflect - to think about your work to see what worked well and what to improve.
Atmosphere - the mood or feeling shown in the artwork.
Common misconception
Pupils may think that once the base is painted the 3D artwork is completed.
Artists often reflect and revisit their work to add further detail and bring their artwork to life.
Teacher tip
Have colour mixing examples ready and visible. Let pupils try out textures or blends on scrap paper before painting their sculpture.
Equipment
papier-mâché island from previous lesson, paints, water pots, palettes, brushes, glue, scissors, pre-made features such as trees, water slides and houses.
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is a layer in papier-mâché?
Q2.Match the word to what it means.
Q3.Put these textures in order from smoothest to bumpiest.
Q4.What is each paper piece added on top of another called?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Where was the artist Maya Freelon born?
Q2.What material does Maya Freelon use to make her sculptures?
Q3.Match each teamwork step to what it means.
Q4.Put the steps in the correct order to make a papier-mâché sculpture:
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