This video demonstrates to pupils the process of arranging a still-life composition, helping them explore how to organise objects effectively before painting. It guides them in experimenting with placement, angles, and overlaps to create an engaging and well-balanced composition.

The video demonstrates how pupils can arrange objects close together, test different combinations, and consider how positioning affects the overall look. It encourages them to view their composition from above, capturing an interesting perspective. Once arranged and photographed, they create a quick sketch, focusing on proportions and essential details rather than intricate shading.

This video is part of Kapow Primary’s Art and Design resources. It ensures teachers feel confident and prepared to support pupils in developing composition skills in the lesson and unit below.

Teachers can play this video on a loop while they are assisting specific pupils.

• Art and design, Year 4, Painting and mixed media: Light and dark, Lesson 4: Composition
• Art and design, Year 4, Painting and mixed media: Light and dark