Lines, Marks, and Meanings · Autumn Term

Portraiture and Identity

Using drawing techniques to create self-portraits that reflect personal identity and character.

Key Questions

  1. 1How can we use facial expressions to show a specific emotion in a portrait?
  2. 2What do the colors and symbols in a portrait tell us about the person?
  3. 3How does a self-portrait differ from a photograph?

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - DrawingNCCA: Primary - Visual Awareness
Class/Year: 3rd Year
Subject: Creative Explorations: The Artist's Journey
Unit: Lines, Marks, and Meanings
Period: Autumn Term

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