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Lesson 1: Observational drawing - Option 2: Christmas themed

Drawing a winter tree from observation, giving close consideration to the detail and texture of the subject

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Introduction

Learning objectives

To draw by interpreting forms from direct observation

National curriculum

Improve their mastery of art and design techniques, including drawing
Create sketchbooks to record their observations

Success criteria

Cross-curricular links

Before the lesson

Download classroom resources

Attention grabber

Main event

Differentiation

Pupils needing extra support: Might need reminding to sketch lightly instead of pressing too hard too early. May need reminding of the stages of drawing a tree whilst in the drawing process, to boost confidence.

Pupils working at greater depth: Should be encouraged to produce more complex drawings with greater detail and accuracy, possibly including shading and a range of marks that communicate the textures of the tree.

Wrapping up

Assessing pupils' progression and understanding

Vocabulary

In this unit

Created by:

Paul Carney,

Art and Design specialist

Paul has 22 years experience of teaching art as a specialist subject in both Primary and Secondary schools. He is a council member with the National Society for Education and his expertise has led him to deliver CPD for leading…

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