How artists make marks
I can use a range of drawing tools in different ways to make marks
How artists make marks
I can use a range of drawing tools in different ways to make marks
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- We can make marks using movements with our whole body, not just our hands.
- Different drawing tools and media are used by artists to make marks. This is called mark-making.
- We can explore using media with different drawing tools in unusual ways to create interesting marks.
Keywords
Drawing tool - any tool you can use to make marks with
Mark-making - the lines, dots, scratches and drawings created by drawing tools
Media - materials used to create artwork
Common misconception
When drawing, artists only use their hands.
Remind children that artists can use their whole body when creating marks.
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Starter quiz
4 Questions
any tool you can use to mark marks with
when an artist uses drawing tools to create marks on a surface
Exit quiz
4 Questions
