Creating monoprinted papers using different textures and surfaces
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can use different textured materials to create monoprinted collage papers.
Key learning points
- Artists can select a wide range of textures and surfaces with which to create monoprints.
- Unlike other printmaking methods that make many copies, a monoprint creates just one unique print.
- Artists can use monoprinting to create unique, creative works where textures, colours and styles can vary greatly.
Keywords
Monoprint - a printing method to create a single, unique print
Textured - the feel or appearance of a surface
Pattern - a design in which lines or shapes are repeated
Common misconception
Monoprinting is only about making a copy, not about creativity.
Remind children that monoprinting is a form of artistic expression. Artists can use monoprinting to create unique, creative works where textures, colours and styles can vary greatly.
Teacher tip
Recycled packaging, such as cardboard, netting and bubble wrap can be challenging to cut into managable pieces. Pupils may find it helpful to have these pre-cut into managable sizes.
Equipment
range of textured materials, printing trays, printing rollers, printing inks, papers in different colours
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.True or False? A monoprint is created by making one unique print from a painted or inked surface.
Q2.What is a collage?
Q3.Which of the following best describes what abstract prints are?
Q4.To make a monoprint onto a collaged surface, you need to __________ the surface first, then press the monoprint onto it.
Q5.What might an artist take from an image of a microorganism to create an abstract artwork?
Q6.Put the steps in order for creating a monoprint onto a collaged surface.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.True or False? Artists should use as many materials as they can in every artwork, without thinking too much about their choices.
Q2.A monoprint results in only one distinct print, making it a __________ work of art.
Q3.Which of these are examples of textured materials?
Q4.What do patterns describe in art?
Q5.What might you thinking about when selecting and gathering some textured and patterned materials? Select all that apply.
Q6.Match the key word to definition:
a printing method to create a single, unique print
the feel or appearance of a surface
a design in which lines or shapes are repeated
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