Patterns in Print · Spring Term
Repeating Rhythms: Wallpaper Design
Designing a block print to create a continuous wallpaper-style pattern.
Key Questions
- Analyze how repeating a single shape alters the viewer's perception.
- Differentiate between an organized and a messy pattern.
- Design a repeating pattern that uses color to highlight specific elements.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
KS1: Art and Design - Printing and Repetition
Year: Year 2
Subject: Art and Design
Unit: Patterns in Print
Period: Spring Term
Suggested Methodologies
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