something that makes you think deeply or consider new ideas. You could hear or see something that gets you wondering or asking questions, maybe even challenging what you already know or believe.

to change something completely or make it look or work in a very different way

how we handle or work with different materials to shape, form, or change them into something new

Artist responses to plastic pollution

Art and design

In this unit, pupils will explore art, artefacts, and architecture from around the world. Through hands-on activities, they will experiment with different techniques and materials to create artworks. Pupils will gain a wider context of how art shapes and reflects our global history overtime.

The importance of nature in art

something that makes you think deeply or consider new ideas

to change something completely or make it look very different

how we handle or work with materials to shape, form into something new

taking care of the Earth so it stays healthy for a long time

when people make the world dirty through waste, chemicals or fuels

Match theses key words with their definitions.

Artists might aim for their work to be {{ }}-provoking and inspiring.

because plastic is a useful material for making art

because plastic pollution is a major threat to the planet

because plastic pollution is not a serious issue

Which is the most likely reason artists create work about plastic pollution?

They hide it so people don't see pollution.

They transform it into thought-provoking pieces that inspire sustainability.

They throw it away and use traditional material to create thought-provoking pie.

They use it only because it is cheaper than other materials.

Which is the most likely option explaining how artists use waste in their art?

It adds meaning and deepens the thought-provoking effect.

It makes the artwork harder to understand.

How can manipulating waste materials impact artwork?

Which is the correct term for the definition 'something that makes you think deeply or consider new ideas'?

Transforming something is to {{ }} something completely or make it look or work in a very different way.

to handle, shape, or change materials into something new

What does 'manipulate' mean when working with materials?

rhe process of making the air, water, or land dirty and harmful

by avoiding recycled materials because they lack value 

by reusing plastic and other materials in their studio

by throwing away old materials and buying new ones

by using discarded or waste materials to create new artwork

How can artists recycle waste materials in their work?

because plastic waste is the only material available

to raise awareness about pollution and environmental issues

Which is the most likely reasons an artist could select and use plastic waste in their artwork?

Introduction

What will you need for this lesson?

Are you ready to learn?

Equipment

Worksheet