Painting using computers
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can use digital tools to draw a picture.
Key learning points
- Digital devices are controlled in different ways.
- The paintbrush tool makes marks and the erase tool removes marks.
- The fill tool adds colour to a closed shape.
Keywords
Painting program - what we use to make digital artwork
Tool - something you select in a program to help you do a task
Erase - a tool that removes marks
Fill - to fill up a closed shape with colour
Common misconception
The screen is like a piece of paper, so you should be able to touch it to draw.
Digital devices work in different ways. Some devices use a finger but other devices can be used with a mouse, a trackpad or in other ways.
Teacher tip
It is important that pupils see how to manipulate the devices that they use in the lesson. Take time before practical activities in the lessons to physically demonstrate the correct ways to operate the devices used.
Equipment
Pupils will need access to a device with software that provides freehand digital painting tools. Examples in this lesson use paintz.app https://oak.link/paintz
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What do we look at to see pictures on a computer?
Q2.Which device can we use to create pictures?
Q3.How do you switch on a computer or tablet?
Q4.What do we use to paint on a computer?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.True or false? A mobile phone is controlled by a mouse.
Q2.Match the tool with the job it does in a painting program:
colours in a solid shape
removes marks
makes marks
Q3.What do you have to be careful with when you use the fill tool?
Q4.If I make a mistake, I can remove marks with the tool.
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