PAINTING 3 – LOWER KEY STAGE 2 SKILL SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES ARTISTS VOCABULARY CURRICULUM RECOMMENDED WORKS OF ART LINKS MATERIALS

To explore different Closely observe the techniques Van Gogh used to apply Van Gogh Surface Various types of tools and surfaces and paint thickly. ‘additives’ e.g. begin to gain confidence Discuss surfaces available. Additives PVA glue, fine in selecting appropriate Discuss tools, excluding brushes, that can be used to apply sand, coarse tools for tasks. paint. Effect sand, sawdust Discuss how using additives can change texture of the paint. Apply Readimix or Encourage pupils to experiment with ways of transferring acrylic paint paint to chosen surface. Texture Discuss which gives the most pleasing combinations. Palette knives Pupils produce finished piece using chosen combinations. Surface Provide as diverse a selection of resources as possible. Spoons Allow time for experimentation. Combinations Glue spreaders Experiment Sticks

Sponges

Various types of surface e.g. Thick paper, Card, Embossed wallpaper, Corrugated card