The Magic of Colour · Painting and Colour Theory
Emotional Colour
Investigating how artists use colour to express mood. Students look at works by Van Gogh and Rothko to discuss feelings.
Key Questions
- 1Why did the artist choose blue for this painting instead of red?
- 2Can a colour be loud or quiet?
- 3How does this painting change if we change the background colour?
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
KS1: Art and Design - PaintingKS1: Art and Design - Knowledge of Artists and Designers
Year: Year 1
Subject: Art and Design
Unit: The Magic of Colour
Period: Painting and Colour Theory
Suggested Methodologies
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