Block Printing with Natural Materials
Students will create relief prints using natural objects (leaves, vegetables) as printing blocks, exploring organic patterns.
Key Questions
- Explain how natural objects can be used as effective printing blocks.
- Construct a series of prints using various natural materials.
- Analyze the unique textural qualities achieved through natural block printing.
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
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