- Year 10
Hand rendered working methods: dry media
I can explore dry media techniques to create varied textures, tones, and expressive graphic designs.
- Year 10
Hand rendered working methods: dry media
I can explore dry media techniques to create varied textures, tones, and expressive graphic designs.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Dry media techniques such as hatching, cross-hatching and smudging can be used to create varied textures and tones.
- Different dry materials such as pencils, pens, markers and pastels can be used to convey texture and mood.
- Dry materials are ready to use immediately, making them beneficial for quick sketches and on-the-go work.
Keywords
Dry media - non-liquid materials such as pencils, charcoal, pastels, and graphite sticks, used to create marks on paper
Hatching - a drawing technique where parallel lines are used to create shading or texture
Cross-hatching - a method of shading or texture that uses intersecting sets of parallel lines to build up tones and create depth
Smudging - the technique of using fingers, blending stumps, or tissue to blur and soften the edges of marks to create smooth tonal transitions
Tonal range - the range of light to dark tones that can be achieved in a piece of artwork, essential for creating depth and volume
Common misconception
Dry media can only be used for fine, detailed work.
Dry media is highly versatile and can be used for bold, expressive textures and atmospheric effects, not just for precision.
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Equipment
HB, 2B, 4B, 6B pencils, charcoal sticks, chalk or oil pastels, graphite sticks, putty rubbers and standard erasers, blending stumps or tissues. Pens, markers, coloured pencils. Cartridge paper.
Licence
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match each term to its correct definition.
The thickness of paint affecting visibility
Merging colours smoothly
Applying washes over dry layers