This archived Art and design scheme of work video introduces teachers to the skills needed to help Key stage 1 pupils paint the backgrounds of their seaside pictures with accuracy and control. It explores how to observe and compare shades in artists’ paintings, guiding pupils to experiment with mixing lighter or darker tones by adding water, white, or black paint. The video demonstrates each step, from testing colours on scrap paper to applying smooth brushstrokes with care and patience, ensuring pupils create consistent backgrounds of sea, sky, and sand.

This video is part of Kapow Primary’s original KS1 Art and design resources. It provides clear guidance to help teachers support pupils in building confidence with colour mixing, brush control, and perseverance, while comparing their work to that of famous artists.