Using lines and shapes to create digital pictures

Computing

In this unit, pupils develop their understanding of how to manipulate digital devices by using painting tools. They practise by creating digital paintings, gaining inspiration from the work of artists whilst reflecting on their preferences when painting with and without the use of digital devices.

Digital painting

This tool is used to draw straight lines.

What is the best tool for colouring a gap in a shape you have drawn?

In a digital painting, you can use lots of different tools to make digital artwork.

Match the tool with the job it does in a painting program:

In a painting program, the {{}} tool lets you remove marks.

The {{}} tool colours in an area of your painting.

Which tool lets you make marks in your painting program?

How should you be careful when using the fill tool?

Starter Quiz