The World of Color · Autumn Term
Painting with Non-Traditional Tools
Using non-traditional tools like sponges, sticks, and fingers to apply paint and create varied textures.
Key Questions
- Analyze how the choice of painting tool impacts the marks and textures created.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of different tools in conveying a specific artistic idea.
- Design a painting that tells a story without words, using only varied paint application techniques.
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
NCCA: Primary - Paint and ColorNCCA: Primary - Awareness of Environment
Class/Year: 1st Year
Subject: Creative Explorations: Foundations of Visual Art
Unit: The World of Color
Period: Autumn Term
Suggested Methodologies
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