Creating Repeating Patterns
Students will design and create repeating patterns suitable for printmaking, exploring concepts of symmetry and tessellation.
Key Questions
- Explain the principles of repetition and tessellation in pattern design.
- Construct a repeating pattern that demonstrates visual rhythm.
- Evaluate how different types of symmetry affect a pattern's visual impact.
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
Suggested Methodologies
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