The Power of Line and Texture · Drawing & Composition

Natural Textures

Using observational drawing to capture the intricate details of shells, leaves, and bark.

Key Questions

  1. 1Which artistic elements create the mood of a natural object?
  2. 2How can we translate a 3D tactile experience into a 2D visual one?
  3. 3What details are most important to include to make an object look real?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS2: Art and Design - Drawing and ObservationKS2: Art and Design - Texture and Surface
Year: Year 3
Subject: Art and Design
Unit: The Power of Line and Texture
Period: Drawing & Composition

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