Block Printing: Design and Repetition
Students will learn the basics of block printing, designing simple motifs, carving them into blocks, and printing patterns on fabric or paper.
Key Questions
- Analyze how repetition in block printing creates rhythmic patterns and visual unity.
- Design a simple block print motif that can be effectively repeated.
- Evaluate the challenges and rewards of creating multiple prints from a single block.
CBSE Learning Outcomes
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