Surreal dreamscape collage
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can select images and arrange a composition for a Surreal dreamscape collage.
Key learning points
- By moving the material, rather than the scissors, complex shapes are easier to cut.
- Triangular composition can help to draw attention to parts of an artwork, but doesn’t have to be used by the artist.
- Overlapping images can help an artist to share what they think is most important within the artwork.
Keywords
Select - to choose elements to include in an artwork
Composition - how the images are arranged within an artwork
Overlap - when images are layered over one other
Common misconception
When cutting complex shapes, we move the scissors rather than the paper.
Remind pupils to move the paper, rather than the scissors when cutting, with their thumbs facing upwards towards the ceiling.
Teacher tip
To allow pupils room for exploration, photocopy their dream portraits prior to the lesson so they can play with scale and composition.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Collage can be made from paper, textiles and found objects.
Q2.Which of the following did not inspire the Surrealists?
Q3.To create different tones, we can draw lines closer together or further apart.
Q4.The side of an object nearest to the __________ will show the lightest tones.
Q5.Organic shapes have curved lines and are found in ...
Q6.__________ are a combination of reality, dreams and the artist’s imagination.
Assessment exit quiz
5 Questions
Q1.When cutting complex shapes, which of the following statements might be helpful?
Q2.Composition refers to how the images are arranged within the artwork.
Q3.Which of the following materials could be included in a collage?
Q4.Artists should always use a triangular composition.
Q5.__________ images can help an artist to share what they think is most important within the artwork.
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