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An overview of the knowledge and skills covered in the unit
This Art and design teacher video provides an overview of the unit, introducing the key knowledge and skills pupils develop throughout the sequence of lessons. It explores how pupils use different painting tools and techniques to create textures, revisit primary and secondary colours and distinguish between warm and cool colours. Inspired by the work of Romare Bearden, pupils investigate how artists use collage, colour and texture to communicate stories, moods and feelings.
The video also provides practical guidance on preparing for the unit, including choosing a theme for the final collages, deciding whether pupils will work independently or collaboratively and organising a texture hunt. It explains how pupils collect visual and tactile references, experiment with creating textured papers and use these to plan and produce their own collages. Teachers are also encouraged to use the finished artwork to stimulate discussion about artistic techniques, colour choices and the stories behind pupils’ work.
This video is part of Kapow Primary’s Art and design painting videos, which support teachers in developing confidence and subject knowledge as they help children explore creative techniques and express their ideas through art.
See more of our Art and design scheme of work.
