This archived Art and design scheme of work video introduces teachers to the second lesson in a series inspired by Picasso’s Guernica, where Key stage 2 pupils apply paint to their final abstract designs. It explores how to balance light and dark tones, use symbolism in place of realism, and create neat, bold lines using simple techniques such as masking tape. The video demonstrates each step, from painting broad areas of black and grey to adding details with pens and rulers, ensuring compositions remain clear, balanced, and symbolic.

This video is part of Kapow Primary’s original KS2 Art and design resources. It supports teachers in guiding pupils to experiment with tone, abstraction, and symbolism, while encouraging evaluation of their work against the themes of Guernica, producing thoughtful and expressive pieces.